Pier Seven Aviation, based in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, has reported the progress of its latest Indian DGCA-approved Boeing 737 type rating cohort in September 2026. The training center offers a comprehensive program combining theoretical instruction with practical simulator sessions, including ground instruction, simulator training, LOFT, checks, and specialized modules like MCC/JOC and low-visibility procedures.
Candidates participating in this program must hold a valid Commercial Pilot License and Class 1 Medical certification before commencing advanced training. The program is designed to support pilots transitioning from commercial licensing into multi-crew jet operations. In 2024, Pier Seven's Boeing 737NG full flight simulator received Indian DGCA approval, adding to the center’s existing Airbus A320 training offerings. By February 2026, the center was actively delivering type ratings for both Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 models.
Pier Seven's Facilities and Capabilities
Pier Seven's Sharjah facility claims an annual capacity of over 20,000 simulator hours, operating around the clock to serve individual pilots and airline clients. The center’s simulator fleet includes platforms for Airbus A320, Boeing 737, and Boeing 747 aircraft. The training portfolio encompasses type ratings, recurrent training, command upgrade, and simulator leasing services.
The center's simulator offerings and approvals highlight its role in supporting Indian airline pilots' type rating requirements and ongoing professional development, with a focus on narrowbody aircraft like the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320 families.
