Recreational Pilot's Licence (RPL)
The RPL allows you to carry passengers and to fly within 25 nautical miles of the airport. To obtain this licence you need to be at least 16 years of age, hold a current medical certificate and have a minimum of 25 hours logged with 5 of these hours being solo. The RPL can generally be achieved for around $10 to $15K based on competency and the regularity of your training.
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Book a Trial Flight (30-40mins)
Contact us to schedule in a Trial Introductory Flight where you will get hands on experience with the aircraft you will be using for your training. You will actually take control of the aeroplane under the supervision of a qualified flight instructor. This flight is usually around 30-40 minutes and can be logged towards the hours you need to obtain a licence.
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Prerequisites
After your Trial Instructional flight (TIF), if you choose to continue your flying training, you will need to comply with a few basic requirements:
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You need to apply to the Aviation Regulator (CASA) for an Aviation Reference Number (ARN). There is no fee for this but you will require basic ID documents.
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You need to complete a medical check with a Doctor who specialises in Aviation Medicine who is approved by CASA. Find an Aviation Medical Examiner
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You need to apply for an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).
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RPL Requirements
Flight time
The minimum flying experience stipulated by our regulator (CASA) is 25 hours dual (with an instructor) and 5 hours solo.
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Theory
You need to pass Pre-Solo and Pre-Area Solo Air exams and a Radio Exam. Prior to your licence issue you also need to pass the CASA RPL exam. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the subjects that need to be studied, how to access practise exams and are always available to book for individual tutoring if required.
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RPL Endorsements
Once you have attained your RPL, you may want to add to your skills and fly further afield by completing some of the following endorsements:
Recreational Navigation Endorsement
Allows you to fly cross country i.e. beyond the training area and further than 25nm from your home airfield.
Controlled Aerodrome Endorsement
Allows you to fly in and out of larger aerodromes with control towers ie. Canberra, Albury, Bankstown etc.
Controlled Airspace Endorsement
Allows you to fly in the airspace managed by air traffic controllers.