Private Pilots License (PPL H)

FLIGHT TIME – Civil Aviation of Australia (CASA) Regulations require a minimum of 50 hours flight time.

MEDICAL – obtained from CASA certified doctor.

Click here for a list of CASA approved Designated Aviation Medical Examiners (DAME).

 
Concessions for Aeroplane Licences

The Civil Aviation Regulations allows a reduction in the minimum hours of training in a helicopter if you hold an Aeroplane Licence.

If you hold or intend obtaining a COMMERCIAL AEROPLANE LICENCE (CPLA) the minimum hours are as follows:

• PRIVATE LICENCE (PPLH) 38 hours.  Basic Aeronautical Knowledge BAK (H) Exam Required.
     
• COMMERCIAL LICENCE (CPLH) 60 hours. Basic Aeronautical Knowledge BAK (H) +Helicopter conversion Exams required.

The final 30 hours must be completed within 3 months otherwise the minimum requirement is 70 hours.

NOTE: If you are thinking of obtaining your Aeroplane Licence prior to your helicopter training, please contact us to discuss the advantages and disadvantages beforehand. We can also arrange your aeroplane theory and flight training.