YOUR FIRST PILOT LICENCE

Start with the right foundation.

Two starting licences. A shared commitment to learning to fly well.

LAPL(A) or PPL(A)?

Minimum training hours are a starting point. Your progress, goals and medical eligibility determine the right plan.

What matters	LAPL(A)	PPL(A) · recommended
Purpose	Recreational light-aircraft flying	Private flying, with wider progression options
Minimum flight training	30 hours	45 hours
Dual / supervised solo	15 hours dual / 6 hours solo	25 hours dual / 10 hours solo
Solo cross-country	3 hours; one 80 NM flight with a landing at another aerodrome	5 hours; one 150 NM flight with landings at two other aerodromes
Theoretical knowledge	Nine subject areas	The same nine subject areas
Medical	At least the appropriate LAPL medical	Normally Class 2 for PPL privileges
Aircraft and passengers	Relevant SEP / TMG up to 2,000 kg; maximum 3 passengers	Depends on the class/type ratings held, aircraft and operating rules
After issue	Normally 10 hours as PIC before carrying passengers	Passenger recency and relevant rating requirements apply
Recognition	EASA licence; not ICAO-compliant	ICAO-compliant; local validation rules can still apply
Further training	Night rating possible; progress to PPL before BIR/IR	Night, instrument and professional progression subject to entry requirements

Summary of Part-FCL; individual credits and privileges need assessment. EASA licensing and medical rules (opens in a new tab)

YOUR FIRST LICENCE

Build the skills to fly privately, with a foundation for further ratings or a professional flying career.

YOUR FIRST LICENCE

A route into recreational flying in light aeroplanes, considered with the Head of Training.

Combine practical lessons with theoretical knowledge. Our ground school is organised by subject, with self-study and instructor support.

Parents and students can compare training routes and understand what “zero to ATPL” means before committing to a programme.