What type rating does Turkish Airlines use?

Turkish Airlines operates 380+ aircraft (Airbus + Boeing mixed fleet). The primary type ratings required are: A320, B737.

Does Turkish Airlines have a cadet programme?

Yes. Turkish Airlines runs the Turkish Airlines Flight Academy (TAFA), which trains pilots from as low as 200 hours to First Officer.

What authority does Turkish Airlines operate under?

Turkish Airlines operates under the DGCA (Turkey) and requires pilots to hold a licence issued under or validated by this authority.

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Turkish Airlines

Istanbul, Turkey

Fleet

380+ aircraft+

Destinations

340+ destinations

Min. hours

200+ hours

Min. age

18 years

About Turkish Airlines

Turkish Airlines flies to more countries than any other airline in the world, operating a young and rapidly growing fleet of Boeing 737, 777, 787, and Airbus A319/A320/A321/A330/A350 aircraft. The airline recruits internationally and runs a structured cadet programme through Turkish Airlines Flight Academy (TAFA), producing pilots trained to EASA (DGCA Turkey) standards.

Fleet & network

Fleet

380+ aircraft (Airbus + Boeing mixed fleet)

Network

340+ destinations in 125+ countries

Type ratings required

A320 study guide B737 study guide

Cadet programme

Turkish Airlines Flight Academy (TAFA)

Minimum 200 flight hours required at application.

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Pilot requirements

Minimum age: 18 years
Minimum flight hours: 200+ hours
Regulatory authority: DGCA (Turkey)
Nationalities accepted: Turkish nationals (cadets) + international (direct entry)