Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT)

Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) combines theoretical knowledge and practical flight training to equip pilots with the skills required to recognise, prevent, and recover from unusual aircraft attitudes (upsets).

An aircraft upset is defined as a situation in which an aeroplane unintentionally exceeds the parameters normally experienced during line operations or training.

Course Description

This course meets current UK CAA / EASA Part-FCL requirements and includes both ground school and flight training elements.

Training includes:

  • 5 hours of self-study theoretical knowledge (CBT)
  • Pre-flight briefings and post-flight debriefings
  • 3 hours* of dual flight instruction in the Slingsby T67 Firefly

*Flight time excludes transit to and from the local training area (approximately 3.6 hours total airborne time)

Course Objectives

The Advanced UPRT course is designed to:

  • Develop the ability to recognise and prevent upset conditions
  • Teach effective recovery techniques from unusual attitudes
  • Improve manual handling and aircraft control
  • Build resilience to the physiological and psychological effects of upset scenarios
  • Introduce recovery techniques applicable to larger transport-category aircraft

 

How UPRT Fits Into Your Training

UPRT is introduced at different stages of a professional pilot’s training:

  • Basic UPRT – Integrated within CPL and ATPL training courses
  • Advanced UPRT – Required before multi-crew and type rating training

This structured approach ensures pilots progressively build the skills required to safely manage increasingly complex flight operations.

Pre-Entry Requirements

Before commencing the UPRT course, you must:

Hold a PPL(A)

Hold a valid Class 2 Medical Certificate

Have completed CPL(A) or ATPL(A) theoretical knowledge

Course Prices

Please refer to our Commercial Course Pricelist for the latest course costs.

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