Private Pilot License (PPL)
Private Pilot License
About the program
A Private Pilot Licence is the first step towards obtaining a CPL. It allows you to carry a limited number of passengers.
The Pre-Requisites
- Students are declared medically fit by an approved aviation medical examiner. We are able to assist you in making the relevant appointments.
- You must be at least 15 for your SPL , 16 to go solo and 17 years of age before you can obtain your Private Pilot Licence.
- Meet the English Language Proficiency standards.
- Student Pilot Licence, medical and excess insurance must be in place prior to the first flight.
Practical Training
The minimum hours to obtain your Private Pilot Licence on a fixed wing aircraft are 45 hours and 50 on a helicopter which consists of:
- 30 hours of dual flight training with an instructor on a fixed wing aircraft/35 hours of dual flight training with an instructor on a helicopter.
- 15 hours of solo flight training including a minimum of five hours solo cross country navigation flight.
- Practical flight and navigational skill test.
Theoretical Training
The following subjects need to be passed with a pass mark of at least 75%:
- Principles of Flight
- Air Law
- Meteorology
- Navigation
- Flight Planning and Performance
- Human Performance and Limitations
- Aircraft Technical and General
- Restricted Radio Telephony Certificate
Each flying session includes a theoretical and or briefing component before and after each flight. The student is required to prepare beforehand.
Notes
Navigation training could be extended to one more navigation to compensate for controlled airspace communication.
Each flying session includes a theoretical and or briefing component before and after each flight. The student is required to prepare beforehand.
It’s easy to get started!
- Are you older than 15 years of age?
- Can you have a conversation in English?
- Will you be able to pass a medical test?
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