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Private Pilot License (PPL)

The Private Pilot Licence (PPL) is the most popular licence for those who want to enjoy flying while gaining greater freedom and flexibility than recreational licences. It allows you to act as Pilot in Command of single-engine aircraft and travel across Europe with friends and family.

Entry Requirements

age
At least 16 years old
Minimum 16 years old to start training
medical
EASA Medical Class II Certificate or higher
english
ICAO English Level 4 Certificate or higher

During the training, students develop the knowledge, skills, and confidence required to safely operate an aircraft through a combination of theoretical study and practical flight training.

The PPL is ideal for pilots who want to fly for leisure, explore new destinations, and fully experience the world of aviation. It also serves as the foundation for those who may later decide to pursue a professional pilot career.

General Information

language
English or Hungarian

Theory

online distance learning
70 hours
ground school
30 hours
official theory exams
9
duration
1-2 months

Syllabus Overview

Air Law
Aircraft General Knowledge
Flight Planning & Performance
Human Performance & Limitations
Meteorology
Navigation
Operational Procedures
Principles of Flight
Communications

Flight Operations

total hours
45 hours
pic hours
Minimum 10 hours
sim time
5 hours
duration
30 days

Practical Exam

Minimum 1 hour skill test on Single Engine aircraft with an EASA approved examiner

Entry Requirements for the Skill Test

Minimum 17 years old
Completed PPL theoretical exams
A VFR cross-country flight of at least 150 NM in the course of which full-stop landings at two different aerodromes (with ICAO codes) shall be flown as PIC

* Cross-country PIC means flights with few landings and a reasonably long flight time (based on EASA and our experience with the CAA)

* PIC is when you fly the aircraft as the Pilot in Command, also known as Hour Building

Note

PPL theory is valid for 24 months from the date of the last passed exam, during which the student must complete the PPL Practical Exam.

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