Private Pilot Licence (PPL) Training Course

Module

Time

45hrs flying training (5hrs of which may be completed in an approved flight simulator (an FSTD - flight simulation training device):

• 5hrs of dual flight instruction
• 5hrs of supervised solo flying, including at least 5hrs of solo cross country with at least 1 cross country flight of at least 270km that includes full stop landings at 2 aerodromes different from the departure aerodrome

45 hours (subject to scheduling)

Night Rating (4-hours dual and 1-hour solo)

5 hours (subject to scheduling)

PPL theory examinations:

1. Air Law*
2. Operational Procedures*
3. Human Performance*
4. Navigation**
5. Meteorology**
6. Communications
7. Aircraft General Knowledge
8. Principles of Flight
9. Flight Performance & Planning

*required before first solo

**required before first solo cross country

Study for PPL Theory examinations will be a combination of self-study and support from L3Harris' world renowned training instructors.

Runs concurrently with flight training

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:

• Cost: €500
• Duration: 2 weeks (10 days)
• Location: Remote study (students can join the classes remotely via Zoom)
• Content: 5 hours tuition per day to improve your English for aviation skills. The price includes initial and final assessment. If the cadet achieves the required standard at the end of the course they will be invited to start their ATPL training

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.

OR

Be able to demonstrate that you have successfully completed secondary or high school education (or equivalent).

Medical

Be able to obtain:

UKCAA Class 2 Medical if you are training for a UKCAA ATPL licence

(You must be able to obtain a Class 1 Medical without restrictions to continue with modular training after completing your PPL).

OR

EASA Class 2 Medical if you are training for an EASA ATPL licence

(You must be able to obtain a Class 1 Medical without restrictions to continue with modular training after completing your PPL).

Visas

Studying in Europe:

Unrestricted right to live, study and work in the European Economic Area (EEA)/Switzerland (e.g. EEA/Swiss national, UK national with EU settled or pre-settled status, etc).

OR

Meet the European Union requirements to qualify for an EU Student or Study visa.

Studying in the UK:

Unrestricted right to live, study and work in the UK (e.g. UK national, EU national with settled or pre-settled status, etc).

OR

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.