Flight Radiotelephony Operators Licence

As well as passing the Communications theoretical test, students will also be examined on their practical radio operation during the PPL licence flight test.  In addition, pilots who intend to operate radiotelephony equipment in the air will require an FRTOL.

The FRTOL is a separate licence to the PPL licence and requires an additional oral communication practical test.  In practice this FRTOL test will come near the end of your training and consists of an evening of practical tuition followed by the test itself.