Private Pilot License

Private Pilot License

• After you obtain the SPL, you will be assigned an instructor to start your flying lessons. You will learn the basics of flying and your instructor will accompany you on flights.
• After 15 hours of flying with an instructor, you can fly solo and go cross-country as well.
• To obtain a Private Pilot License, you need to fly a minimum of 60 hours. Of this, at least 20 hours should be solo flying and 5 hours should be cross-country flights.
• You also need to appear for the written theory examinations in subjects like Air Regulations, Aviation Meteorology, Air Navigation, Aircraft Engines and Seamanship.
• You need to obtain the medical fitness certificate from the AFCME or IAM.
• You must have passed Class XII or equivalent exam with Physics and Maths.
• Training Costs
• Rs 3,500 per hour
• To get a PPL, you need at least 60 hours of flying. Thus the total flying expense is around Rs 210000.