Aircraft Type course

[Camey001]

Curious if anyone has ever purchased their own type course or is that the responsibility of the employer? What is the range of price for a 737max or a 320 series course worth these days? would it be advisable to purchase your own course to be more employable? Thanks

[Pacqing]

NO never. Everyone is looking for people. Why would you spent $15,000 on a type course? It's best if you get some experience on the type before going on course. Is this the case? Doesn't sound like it.

[boeingboy]

Type courses run about $50,000 - $60,000 for the ones you mention. Thats why companies put a number of guys on it to reduce the costs. you may be able to buy a seat from someone who happens to be doing a course. That may run you 5,000 - 10,000 depending on the company selling the seat. Personally - I would never buy a course....Thats the same as pilots paying for their type rating. Anyone who needs endorsed people will hire and put on a course. There is a large enough shortage of AME's out there that companies will pay.