Airbus A320 Type Rating Systems Prep
A320 systems study practice for cadet and transition pilots
Exam Specifications
A320 type-rating training context
80% Correct Answers
2 to 4 Weeks Directed Study
2 hours
100 questions in the configured Heading380 practice volume.
Heading380 practice set covering FCOM/ATA-aligned A320 system topics.
Exam Overview
A320 type-rating technical training commonly covers aircraft-system knowledge such as flight controls, hydraulics, electrical power, pneumatics, and ECAM procedures. Training-organisation and operator assessment structures vary, so candidates should confirm the current requirements of their own course or operator.
A320 type-rating training includes aircraft-system knowledge such as flight controls, hydraulics, electrical power, pneumatics, and ECAM procedures. Heading380 uses interactive practice scenarios to help learners review these system topics; assessment format and thresholds vary by training organisation and operator.
The Heading380 A320 module focuses on selected ATA system areas, including ATA 27 (Flight Controls), ATA 24 (Electrical Power), ATA 29 (Hydraulics), and ATA 36 (Pneumatics), using FCOM-aligned terminology where applicable.
High-yield focus: Flight-control computer configurations (ELAC/SEC/FAC) and electrical bus distribution are included as focused A320 systems study areas.
Theoretical Subject Syllabus Blocks
Airbus A320 Family Systems
FCOM systems, limits, electrical line feeds, automatic pilot logic, flight laws, and landing configurations.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
QWhat is the passing threshold margin for A320 Systems rating tests?
There is no single universal 80% threshold across all A320 type-rating operators or training organisations. Heading380 may use an 80% internal practice target; candidates should confirm the assessment threshold for their own course or operator.
QHow does Heading380 simulate fly-by-wire flight laws?
Our database contains custom scenarios mapping transition triggers between Normal Law, Alternate Law, and Direct Flight Law, including alpha protection logic and ground spoiler arming conditions.
QWhich ATA chapters does the Heading380 A320 module cover?
The current Heading380 A320 module focuses on selected ATA system areas, including ATA 21 Air Conditioning, ATA 22 Auto Flight, ATA 24 Electrical Power, ATA 27 Flight Controls, ATA 29 Hydraulic Power, ATA 32 Landing Gear, ATA 34 Navigation, ATA 36 Pneumatic, ATA 49 APU, ATA 70 Powerplant, and related study topics; the exact content set may change as the module expands.
QHow does Heading380 simulate A320 ECAM abnormal procedure questioning?
The ECAM abnormal section presents system-failure practice scenarios based on the relevant A320 system logic. Questions can cover corrective-action sequences, affected components, inhibition logic, and crew-coordination concepts; they are practice material rather than a reproduction of a particular operator's oral examination.
QDoes Heading380's A320 content apply to the A319 and A321 variants?
Yes. The A320ceo and neo family (A318, A319, A320, A321) shares the same fly-by-wire architecture, ECAM philosophy, and FCOM structure. Heading380 content is applicable across CFM56-5B and CFM56-5A powered variants. IAE V2500 variant-specific differences are noted where they diverge from CFM56 behaviour.
QDoes Heading380 prepare me for the A320 type rating simulator check, or only the ground exam?
Heading380 prepares you for the theoretical ground examination component of the type rating. Simulator procedural handling — SID, STAR, non-precision approaches, and engine-out drills — requires actual sim hours with an approved training organisation. Heading380's VIVA module is designed to rehearse the oral debrief style examiners use after each sim session.
Simulator Practice Deck
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Includes cadet features:
- Spaced Repetition Engine
- Custom Radar & METAR Weather
- ATA-Standards Telemetry Logs