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EASA PPL
With Remote Ground Training
Overview
Of the Course
PPL (A) training is the first step towards becoming a professional pilot and our online theory courses are designed for applicants with 0 to little flight experience.
Private Pilot License – EASA PPL (A) is a qualification that allows the holder to fly on single engine piston (SEP) aircraft in visual meteorological conditions (VMC) as pilot-in-command (PIC) or co-pilot on aircraft in noncommercial operations without remuneration. PPL (A) training is the first step towards becoming a professional pilot and designed for applicants with 0 flight experience. Once you complete your EASA PPL(A) training, you will get your Private Pilot License and SEP (Single Engine Piston) land qualification.
Ground Training
The theoretical preparation consists of 100 hours, out of which at least 35 hours will be with an instructor in a classroom. The ground training is divided into two modules – preparation for the PPL(A) exams and theoretical preparation for flight training.
Exams
Exams
At the end of the course, you will have to demonstrate a sufficient level of theoretical knowledge, which will be tested on a set of 9 written tests from the theoretical subjects. To pass the PPL(A) theoretical examination you need to achieve a score of at least 75% from each subject (Meteorology, Navigation, Communications, Aircraft General Knowledge, Principles of Flight, Air Law, Flight Performance and Planning, Human Performance and Limitations, Operational Procedures). The PPL(A) theoretical examination is conducted at the premises of Civil Aviation Authority of the Czech Republic in Prague.
Flight Training
Flight training is performed on a single engine piston (SEP) aircraft according to visual flight rules (VFR).
At the end of the flight training, you will have at least 45 hours total time.
Solo
Dual
Exams
Solo
10 hours of solo flights:
Solo hours include local solo flights and solo navigation cross-country flights under supervision of the flight instructor on the ground
Dual
35 flight hours dual with an instructor:
Dual hours are divided into 3 stages and cover basic airplane handling, take-offs and landings, advanced maneuvers, emergency procedures, simulated instrument flying and navigation flying.
Exams
Once you pass the theoretical exams at the CAA and complete your practical training, you will need to prove your practical skills. The practical exam is performed under the supervision of a CAA-authorized examiner.
You will need to demonstrate your ability to:
- Operate the airplane within its limitations
- Complete all manoeuvres accurately and smoothly
- React according to the procedures in case of emergency
- Exercise good judgment and airmanship
- Apply aeronautical knowledge
- Maintain control of the aircraft
Course Curriculum
Theoretical Training
From Home
Theoretical Exam
to complete at your respective authority or at the school
Flight Training
To be completed in one of our European bases.
Practical Exam
Concluded with a Check Ride
Requirements
16 Years Old
16 years of age & above
Class 2 Medical License
Must hold a Valid Class 2 Medical Certificate
Qualifications
Must be Proficient in English, Mathematics and Physics
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