Multi-Engine Rating
The Multi-Engine Rating course equips pilots with the skills and knowledge required to operate aircraft with more than one engine. Training focuses on handling asymmetric flight, engine-out procedures, performance calculations, and multi-engine aerodynamics. Students learn to manage the increased complexity of systems such as fuel, electrical, and propeller controls, both in flight and on the ground. The course includes both theoretical instruction and flight training in a multi-engine aircraft. This rating is essential for commercial and airline operations and is also a valuable qualification for anyone pursuing a broader career in aviation.
Multi-Engine Rating Course Details
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7 hours of theoretical knowledge instruction (briefings) on multi-engine aeroplane operation
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6 hours of dual flight training in multi-engine aeroplane operation, including now less than 2.5 hours dual flight training covering normal conditions and operations and at least 3.5 hours dual flight training in engine-failure procedures and asymmetric flight. A maximum of 3 hours may be completed in a FSTD approved for this purpose.
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In the case where the applicant is the holder of a valid instrument rating on a different category or class of aircraft and wishes to have the instrument rating endorsed on their multi-engine rating the applicant must complete at least 5 hours of additional instrument training of which no more than 3 hours may be completed in a FSTD approved for this purpose.
Entry Requirements
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At least 70 hours as PIC in an aeroplane
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Successfully completed appropriate training with an approved Aviation Training Organisation as prescribed in SA-CATS-61
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Passed all appropriate written examinations
Qualifications
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Qualifies you to fly as pilot-in-command (PIC) of an aircraft with more than one engine
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Please note that Pilots operating in terms of parts 91, 94, 96, 121, 135 and 138, who are operating an aircraft which requires two or more pilots for the operation must undergo a multi-crew cooperation training course as detailed in SA-CATS-61