Private Pilot License is a qualification that permits to act without remuneration as PIC or co-pilot on airplanes in non-commercial operations. PPL is the most common type of license in General Aviation.
For future professional pilots, the FAA Private Pilot License is also the first step in the aviation career.
Course entry requirements
Minimum age of 16 years to apply
Be able to read, understand, write, and speak English fluently
At least Class 3 Medical Certificate
Free of charge Electronic Flight Bag - Apple iPad Mini 4G+WiFi
Ground training
Total instruction time given is 20 hours and consists of two modules.
Module 1 - Preparation for exams:
Air Law
Aircraft General Knowledge
Flight Performance and Planning
Human Performance and Limitations
Meteorology
Navigation
Operational Procedures
Principles of Flight
Communications
Module 2 - Theoretical preparation for flight training:
Maneuvers
Weight and balance
Flight planning and monitoring
Communication
Aerodrome and traffic pattern operations, measures and procedures to prevent collisions.