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Course summary
Course summary
- Cost: Contact us for info
- Duration: Studying at your own pace with full-time support from instructors and mentors, followed by 77 classroom tuition hours, delivered in blocks of 4/4/3 days
- Type: UKCAA or EASA certification
- Required Experience: PPL
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Graduation qualifications
Graduation qualifications
- ATPL exam certifications
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Pilot training courses
ATPL Theory Course (E-Learning)
Our ATPL Theory E-Learning is an approved distance learning programme that includes interactive video, slides, tape presentations and computer-based training, with formal class tuition, allowing a student to receive all the necessary knowledge to complete the exams in the 13 ATPL subjects.

Course overview
Our unique training philosophy aims not only to achieve excellent exam results, but more importantly, to produce professional pilots whose knowledge stays within them throughout their careers.
The ATPL Theory E-Learning approach comprises of distance learning and classroom sessions split into three modules, enabling you to focus on one third of the subjects at a time, while building and applying your knowledge.
Each ATPL Theory module is mapped out in a study guide and consists of reading assignments from our iPad iBooks, course tests and Ground School days. After successfully completing a module you will take the corresponding UKCAA or EASA exams.
ATPL Theory Course (E-Learning)
ATPL Theory E-Learning course costs
Cost: Contact us for info
What’s included in the course price?
- Full-time ATPL Theoretical Knowledge training
Additional costs to consider:
- First attempt at ATPL examinations
- ATPL Theoretical Knowledge exam fees
- Selection fee: Currently free of charge
- English Language (IELTS) Test (if applicable)
- Food and personal living
- Personal travel
- iPad (Generation 2 or above)
- Insurances
ATPL Theory Course (E-Learning)
ATPL Theory E-Learning course footprint
Studying for the ATPL Theory E-Learning course is done at your own pace. You have access to full-time support from L3Harris instructors and trainee mentors. Following that is 77 classroom tuition hours, delivered in blocks of 4/4/3 days, as detailed below.
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4
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Phase |
Modules |
Classroom tuition |
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Module 1 |
1. 081 Principles of Flight
2. 050 Meteorology
3. 021 Aircraft General Knowledge
4. 040 Human Performance & Limitations |
4 days |
Module 2 |
1. 061 General Navigation
2. 031 Mass & Balance
3. 022 Instrumentation
4. 032 Aeroplane Performance |
4 days |
Module 3 |
1. 070 Operational Procedures
2. 062 Radio Navigation
3. 033 Flight Planning
4. 010 Air Law
5. 090 Communications |
3 days |
ATPL Theory Course (E-Learning)
Entry criteria
To be accepted on to our ATPL Theory E-Learning course:
Age and height |
Be at least 17 to submit an application and at least 18 to commence training.
Minimum height 5 ft. 2 in. (157 cm), maximum height 6 ft. 3 in. (191 cm). Applicants who fall outside of this may still apply but will need an ergonomic assessment in our training aircraft and simulators. |
Language |
Fluent in English (spoken and written).
Non-native English speakers must achieve level 5.5 individual and overall in IELTS or equivalent ICAO level 4 prior to start of training.
We offer an English Language Proficiency course for international students:
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Education |
Hold a minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) in different subjects at grade C/4 or above, which must include Mathematics, Science and English Language.
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Be able to demonstrate that you have successfully completed secondary or high school education (or equivalent). |
Medical |
Be able to obtain:
UKCAA Class 1 Medical if you are training for a UKCAA ATPL licence.
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EASA Class 1 Medical if you are training for an EASA ATPL licence. |
Visas |
Unrestricted right to live, study and work in the UK (e.g. UK national, EU national with settled or pre-settled status, etc).
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Meet the United Kingdom Visa & Immigration Service (UKVI) requirements to qualify for a Visitor (study for six months or less) or Student visa (study for more than six months). |
Background checks |
Produce a criminal record check (CRC) basic disclosure certificate before training can commence. |
ATPL Theory Course (E-Learning)
Selection process onto the ATPL Theoretical Knowledge course
Selection is mandatory and consists of technical and non-technical elements. The technical elements will test skills such as numeracy and aptitude and the non-technical is an interview. If you are a PPL holder you will not be required to sit the technical elements (subject to logbook review by our selection team), but you will still have to attend an interview.
Stage 1 - Research
Stage 2 - Application