Simulator Center LLC Expands ATP CTP Course to Barcelona Spain
Simulator Center LLC, an FAA-approved professional pilot training organization based in Miami Springs, Florida, has announced the expansion of its ATP CTP Course to Barcelona, Spain — giving international pilots across Europe, the Middle East, and beyond direct access to FAA Airline Transport Pilot certification training without traveling to the United States.
Miami, Florida, United States, 11th Jun 2026 — Simulator Center LLC, the Florida-based professional pilot training organization known for its FAA-approved programs and Level D full-motion simulators, has announced the expansion of its internationally recognized ATP CTP Course to Barcelona, Spain — bringing FAA Airline Transport Pilot certification training directly to pilots throughout Europe, the Middle East, and beyond. The move marks a significant milestone in Simulator Center’s global expansion and responds directly to surging worldwide demand for qualified airline pilots.
A Critical Moment for Global Aviation Training
The timing of this expansion could not be more urgent. According to Boeing’s latest Pilot and Technician Outlook, an estimated 660,000 new pilots will be needed globally over the next 20 years to keep pace with commercial air travel demand. In North America alone, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects approximately 16,800 airline pilot job openings every single year through the coming decade — a figure driven by mandatory retirements, rapid fleet expansion, and a sustained post-pandemic rebound in international air travel. Major U.S. carriers have responded aggressively, with American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines each announcing plans to hire thousands of new pilots in the years ahead.
For pilots outside the United States, the pathway to an FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificate — and the global career opportunities it unlocks — has historically required lengthy international travel and complex logistics. Simulator Center’s expansion into Barcelona is designed to remove those barriers entirely.
The ATP CTP Course: A Mandatory Gateway to the Airline Flight Deck
The Airline Transport Pilot Certification Training Program (ATP-CTP) is the mandatory federal prerequisite for any pilot seeking an FAA ATP certificate with a multi-engine class rating — the standard certification required to serve as Pilot-in-Command of commercial passenger aircraft operating under Part 121 and Part 135 air carrier regulations.
Simulator Center’s FAA license conversion and ATP-CTP programs are specifically engineered for the international pilot community — EASA, DGCA, and ICAO license holders who need FAA recognition to expand their operational eligibility across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The ATP-CTP curriculum includes 32 hours of advanced ground school covering high-altitude aerodynamics, jet systems integration, weather detection, airline operations procedures, and Crew Resource Management (CRM), followed by 10 hours of high-fidelity simulator training. The entire program is completed in just 6 to 8 days, producing a FAA-recognized graduation certificate that qualifies pilots to sit for the ATP Multi-Engine Knowledge Test.
Instructor quality is a core differentiator. Every ATP-CTP session at Simulator Center is led by veteran Airline Captains with thousands of hours of international jet experience — professionals who bring real-world airline standard operating procedures directly into the training environment.
Why Barcelona
The choice of Barcelona as Simulator Center’s European training hub was strategic. Barcelona–El Prat Josep Tarradellas Airport is one of the most connected aviation hubs in Southern Europe, serving as a major hub for multiple international carriers and handling more than 26 million passengers in the first half of 2024 alone. The city’s central location provides convenient access for pilots traveling from across Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and Latin America — making it an ideal base for international ATP-CTP training delivery.
The Barcelona expansion gives European-based pilots direct access to Simulator Center’s FAA-approved ATP-CTP curriculum without requiring travel to the United States, reducing both the time and cost involved in pursuing FAA certification. Pilots completing the program in Barcelona receive the same FAA-recognized graduation certificate as those trained at Simulator Center’s Miami Springs headquarters.
Serving an International Student Body
Simulator Center has a long track record of supporting international students through the complexities of U.S. aviation certification. The company’s Miami Springs headquarters — located at 4471 NW 36th St in Miami Springs, Florida — operates with 24/7 simulator access and a dedicated international admissions team reachable through global support lines.
The Barcelona expansion extends that same infrastructure to European-based pilots, creating a seamless dual-continent training pathway. Pilots can complete their ATP-CTP course in Barcelona and proceed directly to FAA license conversion and type rating programs, positioning themselves for employment with international carriers operating across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and beyond.
Enrollment is open to Commercial Pilot License holders with Multi-Engine and Instrument ratings who meet ICAO Level 4 English proficiency standards. The program accommodates both self-sponsored pilots and airline-sponsored candidates.
About Simulator Center LLC
Simulator Center LLC is an elite professional pilot training organization headquartered in Miami Springs, Florida. The company offers FAA-approved ATP-CTP certification, FAA license conversion programs for international pilots, Airbus A320, A330, ATR-42/72, Boeing 737, 737-Classic, and B757 Type Ratings, simulator training, and comprehensive ground school curricula. Simulator Center’s programs are aligned with major aviation authorities worldwide, and its graduates have gone on to careers at United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Breeze Airways, Avelo Airlines, and other major carriers.
Contact Information
Simulator Center LLC 4471 NW 36th St #218, Miami Springs, FL 33166 Phone (U.S.): (407) 777-0111 Global Admissions: +92 (8800) 6780 Email: Admissions@simulatortrainingcenter.com Website: https://simulatorcentertraining.com
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST
Company Details
Organization: Simulator Center LLC
Contact Person: Henry George
Website: https://simulatorcentertraining.com
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Contact Number: +14077770111
Address: 4471 NW 36th St #218
City: Miami
State: Florida
Country: United States
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