Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT)
*Note: See Schedule and Cost/UPRT for available training dates to potentially coordinate and schedule as well as specific course pricing. To initiate contact for scheduling please contact NTPS Student Services at studentservices@ntps.edu
Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT)
The Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) courses are designed to train pilots for prevention of upsets through knowledge of flight envelopes and aerodynamics, how to recognize, what to expect, and how to recover from upset conditions. It is ideal for those seeking the best in UPRT training and is suited for first-time trainees and those already comfortable with all-attitude flying. The UPRT courses include application of industry standards and apply current upset prevention and recovery emphasis items.
The courses begin with lectures in aerodynamics and aircraft performance related to aircraft loss of control throughout the full flight envelope. Afterwards the certification criteria related to the method of upset recovery are discussed. The academic training is followed by flight training.
Both the academic and flying training will vary depending on the specific course selected.
The UPRT courses are developed in accordance with:
- ICAO Annex 1 & 6: Standards for Upset Recovery Training & Certification.
- FAA AC 120-111 Upset Recovery Training Requirements.
- EASA Requirements established in EASA FCL 745A.
At the National Test Pilot School (NTPS), we are always striving to provide the highest quality flight test and training experience while ensuring exceptional value for our customers.
As part of our continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives, NTPS has reviewed the structure and delivery of our Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT) course. Through process optimization, better scheduling, and cost efficiencies, NTPS is pleased to announce that beginning in 2026, NTPS will offer the UPRT courses at reduced prices from previous prices.
This adjustment reflects our commitment to making advanced flight safety training more accessible to the global aviation community. Please note that this change does not represent a reduction in scope or quality — the course content, aircraft, and instructional standards remain exactly the same and have actually improved.
UPRT Courses
Transport Jet UPRT
The Transport Jet UPRT course provides the foundational knowledge for recognizing upset attitudes and recovering from them in a representative jet transport category aircraft. Academics focus on fundamental concepts that support student learning. The unique aspects and challenges of flying transport category aircraft at higher altitudes, near transonic and transonic speeds and how…
All Attitude Jet UPRT
The All Attitude Jet UPRT course provides the foundational knowledge for recognizing upset attitudes and recovering from them. This course is designed to expose students with dynamic maneuvers to include all-attitude flying with upset recoveries and high altitude UPRT training. Academics provide the student with…
All Attitude High Altitude Jet UPRT
The All Attitude High Altitude Jet UPRT course provides the tools needed to understand the unique characteristics of low speed, high altitude, and high speed flight. Academics focus on the entire aircraft envelope to include slow speed flight as well as the high altitude and high speed environment and the associated effects on upsets. Subsonic and transonic aerodynamics are…
Citation Jet Pilots (CJP) UPRT
The Citation Jet Pilots (CJP) UPRT course provides the foundational knowledge for recognizing upset attitudes and recovering from them in the student’s Citation or in a representative jet transport category aircraft. Academics focus on fundamental concepts that support student learning. The unique aspects and challenges of…
Transport Turboprop UPRT
The Transport Turboprop UPRT course provides the foundational knowledge for recognizing upset attitudes and recovering from them in a representative turboprop transport category aircraft. Academics focus on fundamental concepts that support student learning. The unique aspects and challenges of flying transport category aircraft at higher altitudes and how…
All Attitude Turboprop UPRT
The All Attitude turboprop UPRT course provides the foundational knowledge for recognizing upset attitudes and recovering from them with a focus on the unique aspects of a turboprop aircraft.. This course is designed to expose students with dynamic maneuvers to include all-attitude flying with upset recoveries. Academics provide the student with…
Helicopter UPRT
The Helicopter UPRT course provides the tools required to prevent, identify and recover from upsets. Academic topics include aerodynamics, concepts and limitations associated with rotary wing flight, review of…