What is the Jet Orientation Course – JOC?
Jet Orientation Course – JOC is an additional training intended for MCC certificate holder without any jet handling experience.
The JOC – Jet Orientation Course or Jet Familiarization Course is an advanced training dedicated to future Airline pilots with no jet handling experience. It’s the bridge between the General Aviation aircraft and Commercial Aviation aircraft and it’s also a preparation course for an airline assessment. Nowadays, many airlines require the completion of the JOC for the pilot to be considered for the selection process.
Even if the Airline is not requesting it, the JOC will give you a competitive advantage, as it will make you feel more comfortable in the cockpit of an airliner during the simulator assessment.
What are the Jet Orientation Course – JOC entry requirements?
The Jet Orientation Course – JOC course entry requirements are as follows:
- to be a CPL(A) holder with MEP/ IR
You need to be a holder of a valid EASA Commercial Pilot License – CPL(A) with MEP/IR rating. - to be MCC certificate holder
You need to be a holder of a valid Multi Crew Cooperation – MCC certificate.
What will I learn during Jet Orientation Course – JOC training?
The aim of the course is to make you familiar with jet handling and prepared for the future Airline pilot position. During the course you will be introduced to the Autoflight System, Flight Director, EFIS or PFD/ND instrumentation and the handling of normal and non-normal procedures (i.e. Engine Failures).
The Jet Orientation Course – JOC is conducted on FNPT II Boeing B737NG FBS – Fixed Base Simulator.
For best training results we recommend that the JOC to be conducted in combination with the MCC.
Which JOC course should I choose?
Flying Academy is offering both Basic and Extended JOC training courses for unbeatable fees. Check the comparison below to identify which course suits your career objectives.
Basic JOC
Training time (hrs) – 16
Theoretical training (hrs) – 6
Simulator time (hrs) – 10
Contents
- Jet handling introduction
- Normal Jet orientation
- Cockpit management skills
Duration – 3 days
Training location – Berlin, Germany
Type of simulator – FBS Boeing B737NG
Extended JOC
Training time (hrs) – 24
Theoretical training (hrs) – 8
Simulator time (hrs) – 16
Contents
- Jet handling introduction
- Normal Jet orientation
- Cockpit management skills
- Advanced Jet handling
- Screening preparation
Duration – 5 days
Training location – Berlin, Germany
Type of simulator – FBS Boeing B737NG
How much does the Jet Orientation Course – JOC cost?
The course price starts from 999 EUR. The course fees cover the following items and services:
- All training documentation
- Simulator Boeing B737NG FBS
- Instructor time (current Airline pilots or Business jet pilots)
*All training fees are bound to the actual exchange rates of the local currency of the Flying Academy base where the training or a part of the training is provided. Learn more about complete training fees.
How long does it take to complete Jet Orientation Course – JOC?
The minimum duration of JOC is 3 days of intensive training.
