Training Stage
When B737 Type Rating becomes necessary
B737 Type Rating should be considered only after the target career path is clear. For Chinese pilots, the decision usually depends on narrowbody airline pathway fit, type rating cost, simulator location, and career relevance.
Planning questions
- Does this qualification solve a real career requirement or only add cost?
- What license, medical, English, logbook, and recency items must be ready before training?
- What is the full budget including tuition, simulator fees, travel, lodging, testing, and schedule risk?
- Which provider format fits your aircraft target, timeline, and future recurrent training needs?
Typical sequence
Start with target role and region, then confirm license and experience gaps, compare providers, estimate total cost, and decide whether FAA conversion or FAA ATP planning must happen before the training event.