The aim of the Professional Aviation Training Academy – Malta MCC course is to train students to the level of proficiency required to operate safely in a multi-pilot environment. Through MCC training, the Academy also aims to provide students with the tools to exercise good judgement and airmanship.
Prior to the commencement of the MCC course, pilots must hold a PPL(A) or CPL (A) issued in accordance with ICAO Annex 1 and accompanied by a multi-engine instrument rating. Students may also commence MCC training if they have passed the relevant skill test, but are still awaiting the issue of their licence and/or instrument rating by the respective aviation authority.
The MCC course is based on the requirements specified in Part FCL.735.A and consist of:
Particular emphasis are placed on:
Development of teamwork skills
Management of workload through task sharing
This part covers administration of the theoretical knowledge training. The training requirements are typically covered in a minimum of 21 hours of ground school.
This phase includes the practical training exercises together with the associated briefings and de-briefings. This phase includes a minimum of 20 hours of simulator training and a minimum of 4 hours of theoretical knowledge consolidation.
