Crew Pilot Training, Inc. (CPT) is in the business of training Boeing 737 pilots and providing contract pilot services to the US Marshal Service (JPATS). Ray Brendle founded CPT over 30 years ago.
In the late 70’s and early 80’s the only place to get your B-737 type rating was through a major airline, and it was very cost prohibitive. Ray saw a niche in the market for the training of pilots wanting to fly for SWA, and founded a company called Ray’s Flight Systems (RFS). Later RFS was incorporated and the name was changed to Airline Crew Training, Inc. (ACT).
As CPT grew and developed into an industry leader, Ray saw a need for a partner and selected a graduate from RFS to join the company. Neal Reinig joined CPT in the early 90’s and lives in Roanoke, Texas. In addition to flying for Delta Airlines, Neal supervises the instructor staff, schedules the FAA events and is a Training Center Evaluator (TCE).
CREW PILOT TRAINING, INC.
FAA 142 CERTIFICATE # VQPX292K
CORE CURRICULUM: B-737(CLASSIC) -200/300/500 TRAINING
PROGRAM: Boeing 737 Additional Aircraft Type Rating (MEL)
PREREQUISITES: Airline Transport Pilot Certificate
(OR)
Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-engine land and Instrument privileges.
Note: (The FAA ATP written exam passed if upgrading to the ATP Certificate.)
Curriculum: Initial(Classic) Boeing 737 Type Rating. Evaluation is Required.
The program is designed for the pilot who meets the CFR FAR 142 type rating flying experience set forth in FAR 61.63 OR 61.64 and wishes to add the Boeing 737 type rating to his or her certificate by completing our FAR 142 course in an FAA approved flight simulator. The course consists of pre-class home study, followed by academic class-room ground school, CPT/FTD/simulator training, with the FAA evaluation check. After satisfactory completion of the course the pilot will be issued the Airline Transport Certificate (ATP) license with the B-737 type rating (OR) the Commercial Pilot Certificate with the B-737 type rating. The pilot will receive a copy of his or her Training Records and Graduation Certificate upon completion of the course.
Special Note: For the low time pilot wanting to add the B-737 rating to his or her Commercial pilot license with an instrument rating, who does not meet the flight time prerequisites of FAR 61.63 OR 61.64 may enroll in the course and upon satisfactorily completing the course will receive the Boeing 737 rating with a Limitation: THIS CERTIFICATE IS SUBJECT TO PILOT-IN-COMMAND LIMITATION. THE PILOT MUST FLY THE B-737 (25 HOURS) UNDER OBSERVATION TO REMOVE THE LIMITATION.
COURSEWARE
Computer Base Training (CBT) course, Boeing 737 (Classic) -200/300/500 (Classic). Operations and Systems manual, Boeing 737 Walk-around Video/Slides, Boeing 737 Classic Cockpit Panels and B-737 Exams # 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, set of approach plates, including STARS and SID’s.
GROUND TRAINING CURRICULUM Boeing 737 SEGMENT OUTLINE: At the completion of the ground school training curriculum the pilot will be able to locate, identify, and operate all aircraft systems. The pilot will be able to perform all normal, abnormal, and emergency operating procedures.
Additionally, the pilot will be able to demonstrate knowledge of B-737 aircraft performance, as well as the aircraft systems and limitations. The pilot will be capable of satisfactorily completing the FAA oral and aircraft walk-around examination.
AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS: Aircraft General, Circuit Breakers, Side panels and lower center panel, Lights, Electrical system, Master Caution Annunciator and Warning Lights, Emergency Equipment, Navigation
systems, Hydraulic system, Flight Control systems, Landing gear, Brakes, Configuration Warnings, Fuel system, Auxiliary Power Unit, Oxygen system, Pneumatics, Heating and Cooling system, pressurization system, Ice and Rain Protection System, Fire Detection and Protection system, Power-plant and Thrust Reversers, Communications system and Flight Instruments.
GENERAL OPERATIONAL SUBJECTS: Weight and Balance, Flight Planning and Performance, Non-Centerline thrust flight, Adverse Weather Procedures, and Aircraft Operating Manual.
SYSTEM INTEGRATION TRAINING: Cockpit familiarization and flow patterns, use of all checklist, system abnormals, emergency procedures and emergency training.
GROUND SCHOOL 80 hours.
BOEING 737-200/300/500 (Classic) FLIGHT TRAINING MODULES
Training CPT/FTD (Module #1) Brief and De-brief
Training time 2.0 Hrs.
Flight Training (Module #2) Brief and De-brief
Flight time 2.0 Hrs.
Flight Training (Module #3) Brief and De-brief
Flight time 2.0 Hrs.
Flight Training (Module #4) Brief and De-brief
Flight time 2.0 Hrs.
Flight Training (Module #5) Brief and De-brief
Flight time 2.0 Hrs.
Loft Flight (Module #6) Brief and De-brief
Flight time 2.0 Hrs.
Flight Training (Module #7) Brief and De-brief
Flight time 2.0 Hrs.
FAA Practical Test (Module #8) Brief and De-brief
Flight time 2.0 Hrs.
Programmed training hours 16.0 Hrs. Note: Normally 2 pilots will go through the course as partners increasing the total hours to 28 hours. 16 hours (Captain) left seat and 14 hours First Officer) right seat.
Statement of experience: CPT has graduated over 3,100 pilots in our 33 years we have found some pilots have more pilot skills and experience entering class than their peers and can complete the course in fewer
flight hours, BUT not course content; a low time pilot may require more flight time due to lack of swept-wing pilot skills and/or flight time, making the hour requirement irrelevant to course content. It is our experience that course content takes priority over course programmed hours.
For the latest course price: Please contact Ray at RayB@kingwoodcable.com or call 281.360.1010
NOTE: For the student who desires differences training in the Boeing 737 NG series aircraft, please click (NG DIFFERENCES TRAINING) TAB.
To enroll in the program click HERE
CREW PILOT TRAINING, INC.
FAA 142 CERTIFICATE # VQPX292K
SPECIALITY TRAINING
DIFFERENCES TRAINING BOEING 737 NG SERIES
PROGRAM: Differences Training from the B-737- (Classic) to the B-737 NG series aircraft.
PREREQUISITES: ATP or Commercial pilot license with the B-737 type rating.
CURRICULUM GROUND TRAINING AND FLIGHT TRAINING:
Ground training will consist of the student completing the on-line B-737 NG Differences Cpat course. Academic class-room training will consist of satisfactorily completing each system differences between the B-737- (Classic) and the B-737 NG series aircraft, using Crew Pilot Training’s manuals. FTD Training (2 hours) will consist of the cockpit and panel differences, flows, checklists, procedures and briefing the simulator module. Flight Training (4 hours) will consist of Cockpit Preparation, flows, checklists, engine starts and abnormals, normal takeoffs with SID departures, system abnormals, holding, steep turns, stalls, STAR arrivals for precision approaches and missed approaches and landing full stop. Rejected takeoff/s with a possible emergency evacuation, takeoff/’s engine failure after V1 radar vectors to a missed approach, radar vectors to a one engine non-precision approach and landing. Normal takeoff, hydraulic system failure, visual approach and landing full stop, taxi to the gate with engine shutdown and all checklist complete.
CONCLUSION: The Student should be able to demonstrate good CRM skills, judgment in planning and execution of normal/abnormal/emergency procedures and feel comfortable in the differences between the B-737- (Classic) and the NG series aircraft.
COURSEWARE: Cpat NG differences course Crew Pilot Training manuals, Volume two section NG differences, flashlight, and approach plates.
For the latest course price: Please contact Ray at RayB@kingwoodcable.com or call 281.360.1010
Click HERE To fill out the training and application worksheet. Only fill out top portion of form.
CREW PILOT TRAINING, INC.
FAA 142 CERTIFICATE # VQPX292K
SPECIALITY TRAINING
RE-CURRENT TRAINING
PROGRAM: Re-current Boeing 737-200/300/500/NG Re-training.
PREREQUISITES: ATP or Commercial pilot license with the B-737 type rating.
CORE CURRICULUM GROUND TRAINING,
FTD AND SIMULATOR TRAINING
Ground Training will consist of the student completing the on-line B-737200/300 re-current Cpat course prior to attending the class-room academic phase of training. Academic class-room training will consist of satisfactorily completing the review of the B-737-200/300 aircraft systems using Crew Pilot Training’s manuals.
FTD Training will consist of the cockpit and panel review, flows, checklists, procedures and briefing the Simulator module. 2 hours.
Simulator Training will consist of Cockpit Preparation, flows, checklists, engine starts and abnormals, normal takeoff with SID departure, system abnormals, holding, steep turns, stalls, STAR arrival for precision approach and landing full stop. Rejected takeoff with an emergency evacuation, takeoff engine failure after V1 radar victors to a missed approach, radar victors to a one engine non-precision approach and landing. Normal takeoff, hydraulic system failure, visual approach and landing full stop, taxi to the gate with engine shutdown and all checklist complete.
4 hours.
CONCLUSION: The Student should be able to demonstrate good CRM skills and judgment in planning and execution of normal/abnormal/emergency procedures and reach the level of proficiency to complete re-current training.
COURSEWARE: Cpat re-current B-737 course, Crew Pilot Training manuals, flashlight, and approach plates.
BREAKDOWN OF ALLOTTED TIME:
Cpat course 20 Hours
Academic Ground School 10 Hours
FTD Module 2 Hours
Simulator Module 4 Hours
Our First Graduate was hired at the majors in 1977, and we have provided the training and opportunity for hundreds of other pilots to join the seniority lists of Major airlines all over the country!
Here is why you should choose CPT:
We have on-staff TCE's (FAA EXAMINERS)
We offer many training programs with a flexible schedule
There is 200 years of combined training experience on staff
We are approved for Veteran's benefits
All training is completed in level C or higher simulators
Computer based systems training is available for your convenience
CPT provides individualized training and prep training for PC checks
Testimonials are available upon request
We have several hundred graduates on major airline seniority lists throughout the Country
FAA approved Far 142 training
The US Marshall Service awarded CPT the pilot contract some time ago. They currently fly the MD-80 an Boeing 737-300 and -400 EFIS series aircraft.
CPT can offer contract pilot services ferrying Cessna 150’s to Boeing 757 & 767 aircraft throughout the world. We offer one-way ferry or round trip ferry of your aircraft.
Too busy to fly your plane to the paint, avionics or maintenance shop?
CPT can ferry your aircraft at a reasonable rate.
FOREIGN STUDENTS WITHOUT A US COMMERCIAL MULTI-ENGINE, INSTRUMENT RATING OR ATP LICENSE
First go up to the top header and click on the Application tab, go down the list to the form listed as FOREIGN VERIFICATION: Print the form off. MAKE SURE TO READ THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FILING OUT THE ACTUAL FORM. Use black or blue ink, print neatly, copy your current medical and license (front and back).
Scan and e-mail to Ray at rayb@kingwoodcable.com as I can mail them EXPRESS mail to the FAA in OKC much faster than you can from overseas. What will happen: The US FAA will send the information to your Civil Air Agency for verification of your license and medical, your agency will then verify that your license and medical is correct and they will send back to the FAA in OKC. The FAA will then send a letter of verification to both you and our controlling FAA office which is the FSDO in Houston, Texas. Once you get your copy of the letter scan and send to Ray and bring the letter to class with you so as we can write you a US rating and the B-737 type at the same time. The reason for this is NO US FAA EXAMINER can write a type rating on a foreign license. It will take about 4 weeks for the verification letter to be checked and cleared, so it is important that this part of enrollment be do quickly.
LOW TIME PILOTS LESS THAN 1,000 hours of flight time: Expect the a limitation on your Commercial license to read 25 hours as SIC. This means to you that you must fly 25 hours as SIC before the limitation can be removed.
TSA APPROVAL: Go to www.flightschoolcandidates.gov and start the application process for your approval to enter our class for training. You will need from CPT the following: The course name is Boeing 737 type rating. Your course ID# will be the month you will be attending class (example) for April 04012011… this will breakdown as April 1, 2011. Your CAT # (for will be low time pilots) will be cat 1 and for pilots over 1,000 hours you cat# will be 3. NOTE: If you already hold a B-737 type rating
(Foreign or US) you will be a CAT 4 student and will be listed as a re-current pilot. This process will take about 2 weeks for final approval. If you already have fingerprinting on file, approval will take less time. Note: All of our classes are less than a month, so rather than do the normal INS I-20 form we suggest you come in the US on a B-1 or 2 visa after all, you will already have TSA approval.
LOW TIME PILOTS: Now with all the forms filled out and you are now ready to start your preparation for the course, I suggest you enroll and get the material and study, study and more study. More than likely this will be your first jet to fly, so be prepared upon arrival to be instrument current. This airplane is very expensive to learn instrument flying in, so make sure to have those instrument skills up to par upon arrival. Once you are enrolled in a class you will be more than welcome to monitor a class before your class date. We have found this to be an excellent way to help learn the systems, checklists and scans.
CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE THE FOREIGN STUDENT VERIFICATION FORM TO BEGIN THE PROCESS
Veteran's benefits are accepted by CREW PILOT TRAINING (CPT) under approval code 25036643. Ray is the school administrator/liaison for the Veteran's affairs, and he will be more than happy to procure answers to all of your questions. In addition, he will supply you with the necessary forms for the application process.
The VA's web site is www.gibill.va.gov or you may call 888-442-4551 for more information.
Normally ALL VA benefits are paid through the MONTGOMERY G.I. BILL. Flight schools are not eligible for the HAZELWOOD BENEFITS. The Montgomery G.I. bill covers Chapter 30 title 38 US code and is used for active duty, Chapter 32 VEAP (post-Vietnam era), is used for the Veteran that makes contributions to the fund and Chapter 106 of title 10 US code is design for military reserves.
PROCEDURES FOR APPLYING FOR VA BENEFITS: Contact Ray at rayb@kingwoodcable.com for information and forms. After you have filled out the forms the student sends them to CPT for certification and filling. When the student completes the course CPT will file all paperwork with the VA office in Muskogee, Oklahoma. The VA will make refunds to your bank account or send you a check to your home address, whichever is your preference. Refunds normally take about 6 to 8 weeks after graduation for the course.
Special note: The VA does not provide refunds for books and lodging expenses. MAKE COPIES OF ALL VA FORMS AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE.
CREW PILOT TRAINING offers a rare opportunity for anyone to get in the simulator and fly. It is the perfect gift for aspiring airline pilots, aviation enthusiasts, and anyone with an adventurous spirit. If you know anyone who you think would enjoy the opportunity CONTACT US. This could be the opportunity of a lifetime for someone that has a passion for aviation and excitement. The only requirement is a U.S. passport! This year you could be giving the gift of adrenaline. Come on in and make your dream a reality.
Cost is $500 for the first hour and $475 for the second. Contact us today to get a estimate for a deal on multiple block hours.
CREW PILOT TRAINING, INC.
PAYMENTS / DEPOSITS
All courses require a deposit be made in the amount of $1,500.00 to confirm a class date and or release the study material. Deposits can be made in one of 4 ways: M/C, Visa, Bank Transfer (CPT uses Bank of America) or by personal check however, study material cannot be mailed out until the deposit is received in our office. All other deposits are due 10 days prior to class and must be paid by bank transfer or a personal check made payable to:
CPT
PO BOX 6692
KINGWOOD, TEXAS 77325-6692
Note: All study material is not returnable and is a part of the core curriculum cost. The material is yours to keep.
PLEASE NOTE, CPT does not offer a guarantee of course completion. The core curriculum price estimate is the normal cost for 99% of our graduates. Additional fees may apply if the student requires additional instruction due to his/her experience level.
ADDITIONAL PRICING FOR TRAINING PURCHASED SEPARATELY
ACADEMIC GRD SCHOOL (ANY SERIES B-737): $50.00 PER HOUR
B-737 STUDY MATERIAL INCLUDES Cpat COURSE: $600.00 + S&H
B-737 CLASSIC CPT/FTD: $300.00 PER HOUR
B-737 CLASSIC SIMULATOR: $500.00 PER HOUR
B-737 NG FTD: $450.00
B-737 NG SIMULATOR: $600.00
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICIES
Cancellations are made one of two ways CERTIFIED MAIL or E-MAIL
CPT
Attn: Ray Brendle
PO Box 6692
Kingwood, Texas 77325-6692
E-MAIL TO: rayb@kingwoodcable.com
*Cancellations MORE than 30 days before class: A full refund of your deposit
less the cost of study material.
*Cancellations LESS than 30 days and before 10 days before class: A refund of your deposit less the cost of the study material + $100.00 cancellation fee.
*Cancellations LESS than 10 days: NO REFUND.
NOTE: Study material and manuals are NON-RETURNABLE