Getting a type rating isn’t a necessity for all piloting jobs.
As we mentioned earlier, a type rating is a required qualification for piloting large, ‘complex,’ or commercial aircraft. However, your CPL (Commercial Pilot License) or PPL (Private Pilot License) covers the handling of standard or light aircraft.
If you want to be able to easily switch between different aircraft and airlines, however, a type rating may be necessary. Once again, if you want to pilot any aircraft that weighs more than 12,500 lbs or is powered by a turbo engine, a type rating is a strict and non-negotiable requirement.