To obtain a PPL there are certain requirements that must be met. At the time of your Flight Test you must be 17 years of age and hold a current class II medical. Below are details on the theory and practical flying that must be undertaken prior to sitting a flight test with an approved Flight Examiner.
Theory :
This encompasses a total of six different subjects with a separate exam to be taken for each. Whilst a 70% pass must be obtained in each subject, all papers are based on multi choice questions. The six subjects are listed below.
- Human Factors
- Flight Radio Telephone (FRTO)
- Aircraft Technical Knowledge
- Air Law
- Navigation
- Meteorology
Practical :
The hours noted below are the minimum required. In most instances pilots will fly more before sitting their PPL flight test.
Minimum total hours required prior to flight test 50 hours, of which must include :
| Cross Country |
Total - 10 hours |
| Cross Country ? Dual Instruction |
5 hours |
| Cross Country ? Solo |
5 hours |
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| Mountain |
Total - 5 hours |
| Mountain ? Dual Instruction |
3 hours |
| Mountain ? Solo |
1 hour |
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| Flight test |
2 hours |
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Private Pilots Licence (PPL) Helicopter Requirements
