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PRIVATE PILOT LICENCE
Once you have completed the GFPT, you may then commence navigation training. The navigation exercises teach you the practical skills and airmanship required for flying safely to distant locations: managing fuel and flight logs; radio communication and transitions through different air space and control zones; unplanned diversions (due to weather etc.); conducting circuits at unfamiliar aerodromes; and landing on different types of surfaces. You will conduct several navigation exercises, both under instruction and solo, around Victoria to reinforce and consolidate your skills in preparation for the Private Pilot Licence flight test.
Prior to undertaking the PPL test, you must have acquired a minimum of 40 hours of flight time as a pilot - which includes:
 | 5 hours of general flight time as pilot in command |
| 5 hours of cross country flight time as pilot in command |
| 2 hours of instrument flight time |
You are also required to pass the PPL theory examination covering the following subjects: flight rules and air law; navigation; performance and flight planning; meteorology and the principles of flight. This is conducted on our CBT theory product.
Although the minimum flight time requirement specifies 40 hours, the average pilot is read to attempt the Private Pilot License flight test after approximately 55-60 hours. You can undertake the PPL flight test at the age of 16; you cannot, however, be issued with the licence until your 17th birthday.
For the flight test, you will demonstrate your skill to the Approved testing Officer by departing for a round trip with two or more landings / turning points en route. During the test you will show your ability to divert to an alternative location, carry out emergency procedures and demonstrate competent planning and management of the flight (observing all procedures and rules - navigation, radio work, and general airmanship) before successfully completing the flight.
After passing the PPL flight test, you will be issued with a Private Pilot Licence, which authorizes you to fly anywhere within Australia, solo or with private passengers in daytime visual weather conditions. You will no longer require your instructor’s permission to undertake a flight as pilot in command.
After receiving your PPL you may decide to undertake further training for various aircraft endorsements and/or ratings.
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