Colleges and Universities Offering Private Pilot Licence PPL in South Africa

Course Name: Private Pilot Licence PPL()
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Institutions Offering Private Pilot Licence PPL

Apex Flight Academy, Klerksdorp
A Private Pilot License (PPL) is the most popular license for the pilot that operates a wide range of light aircraft. The Private Pilot License can either be used for recreational purposes or it can be used as the starting point for the aspiring Commercial Pilot. A Private Pilot License holder is able to fly for recreational purposes in good weather conditions and in the daytime.

PPL Requirements:
South African Aviation Medical Class II
Upon enrolment at Bucephalus Air, you are required to go do your Civil Aviation Authority Medical Class II Medical Certificate. This Certificate is valid for up to 60 months if you are under the age of 40 and valid for 24 months if you are 40 years old and above.

For your Initial Medical test you will need the following:

Chest X-rays
Eye test
Blood Tests
The requirements are more or less the same as a normal life insurance policy.

We could assist should you want an appointment.

Commencement Age and Citizenship
There is no minimum age required to start with your Flight Training. There is however a required age to fly Solo (Fly as Pilot in Command and on your own without an Instructor) which is 16 years old. When you complete your training you have to do a Flight test, which has an age requirement of 17 years old.

To train at Bucephalus Air, you have to be either a South African citizen or be a holder of a valid South African study permit.

English Proficiency
To enrol at Bucephalus Air, it is a training requirement to be proficient in English. The general language for Aviation is English, and your study materials are in English.

Student Pilot Licence (SPL)
Upon completion of your enrolment process, you will obtain an SPL (Student Pilot License). This license will enable you to write the South African Aviation Authority (SACAA) examinations at our institution and will allow you to start flying.

You must have a basic understanding of mathematics, geography and physics in order to do your pilot training.

PPL Theory
We offer ground school immediately upon your enrolment no matter what time of the year you sign in. Together with our Integrated training approach, study guide, Industry-Leading Instructors and your hard work, you will be able to pass the theoretical part of the training with ease.

You are required to pass 8 Theoretical Mock Exams at the School with your Instructor and 8 Theoretical Exams on our SACAA accredited online examination centre at our flight schools.

The Theoretical Subjects Include the Following:

Air Law
Meteorology
Navigation
Principles of Flight
Flight Performance and Planning
Aircraft Technical and General
Human Performance
Restricted Radio Proficiency
The ground school lectures will be approximately 64 hours. Along with the theoretical subjects, you will be doing a Language and a Restricted Radio Proficiency test.

The theoretical examinations are largely straightforward and designed for the Private Pilot to fly for recreational purposes only.

PPL Practical
In the course of your Private Pilot License training you will be learning to do a proper pre-flight inspection, engine preparation before flight, take-offs and landings at a wide variety of airports and post-flight inspections. You will also be trained on how to file a flight plan, how to identify weather and also how to navigate.

Some of the things you will be learning as part of your PPL training is how to use the instruments in the airplane’s cockpit, how to use the communication equipment and how to communicate with other aircraft while flying. You will also be taught how to do the basic flight manoeuvres and how to do emergency procedures.

Practical Flight Hours

Duration: ± 6 – 12 months

Total Flight Hours: ± 45 Hours Flight Training

25 Hours Dual (Flying with an instructor)
15 Hours Solo (Flying on your own)
Each Flight Session will include a theoretical briefing of a thirty minutes each on what to prepare for your flight. This will happen before and after each flight. You will have approximately 18 hrs of briefings.
Virginia Flight School, Durban
The Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL) is the first step in any individual’s aviation career and is considered to be the foundation of your flight training. This is where you learn and understand the essential principals and disciplines required for piloting an aircraft. These principals and disciplines are very important as later training will depend on your previous knowledge in order for you to continue, upgrade and improve your flying skills.

The entry requirements for the PPL are as follows:

- There are no official academic requirements; however, we strongly recommend that the student has completed English, Mathematics and Physical Science/Geography in their Matric/Conclusive year at school.
- The candidate must be at least 16 years old.
- Pass a Class 2 Medical Examination (This examination must be conducted by an SACAA approved aviation doctor).

The training to be completed is as follows:

- 45 hours of flight training (This is the legal minimum required).
- Complete the required ground training.
- Complete the 7x Theoretical PPL examinations – these can be done online at the VFS test centre.
- Complete the Restricted Radio Telephony Course & Examination.
- Complete the English Language Proficiency Test (Not required if the student has a Matric Certificate).
- Pass the Initial Practical Skills Test.
Johannesburg School of Flying, Johannesburg
(a) Student Pilot License (SPL)

Course requirements

(i) One must be 16 years of age; however training may commence before this age.

(ii) A medical examination (Class I or II) must be done by a qualified aviation medical doctor.

(iii) One must pass a technical examination of the aircraft chosen to train on, and a student pilot exam.

(iv) 2 passport size photos will be required

(v) Pay the fee to issue the SPL.

(b) Private Pilot License (PPL)

(i) A valid Student Pilot License.

(ii) One will need to accumulate a minimum of 45 hrs of flight training, of which: minimum 25 hrs Dual flight instruction, minimum 15 hrs Solo (this must include at least 5 hrs solo cross-country flying) 5 hrs dual instruction can be done on an approved flight simulator FNPTII.

(iii) Successfully pass 8 online PPL examinations (pass mark 75%).

(iv) Complete a English Language Proficiency Test (if required).

(v) Pass a Restricted Radio License course.

(vi) One must be minimum 17 years of age in order to take your 2 practical flight tests.

(vii) Once one has accumulated the required flying hours in his/her logbook and passed all examinations and tests, all their training documentation will be checked and sent to the CAA.
Aeronav Academy, Johannesburg
Entry requirements

(i) 17+ years old

(ii) Able to read, write and speak English fluently. If you completed maths, science & geography at school this will help but is not a set requirement.

(iii) A Class II aviation medical is required.
This can be obtained through an Aviation Medical Examiner.
We recommend students complete their medical within the first 5 hours of training

(iv) 45 hours minimum total flight time of which 30 hours is dual instruction (with a flight instructor) and 15 hours is flown solo.

(v) Students must sit for online SACAA examinations with a pass score of 75% or better in the following subjects:

(a) Navigation

(b) Meteorology

(c) Principles of flight

(d) Engines, Airframes and Instruments (ATG)

(e) Air Law

(f) Flight Planning

(g) Human Performance

Paramount Aviation Academy, Bethlehem
Entry requirements

(i) Students are declared medically fit by an approved aviation medical examiner. We are able to assist you in making the relevant appointments.

(ii) One must be at least 15 for your SPL , 16 to go solo and 17 years of age before you can obtain your Private Pilot Licence.

(iii) Meet the English Language Proficiency standards.

(iv) Student Pilot Licence, medical and excess insurance must be in place prior to the first flight.

In addition, students need to have passed in the following subjects with a pass mark of at least 75%:

(i) Flight Planning and Performance

(ii) Human Performance and Limitations

(iii) Aircraft Technical and General

(iv) Restricted Radio Telephony Certificate

(v) Principles of Flight

(vi) Air Law

(vii) Meteorology

(viii) Navigation
Eagle Flight Academy, Hartswater
Course requirements

(i) Applicants should be at least 16 years of age for a student pilot license and to go solo.

(ii) A student should be at least 17 years of age to be issued with a private pilot license.

(iii) Hold a class 2 or higher medical license.

(iv) Hold a valid student pilot license

(v) Valid restricted radio certificate

(v) Complete not less than 45 hrs flight time as pilot of an aeroplane

In addition, students must have passed in the following subjects:

(i) General Navigation

(ii) Human Performance

(iii) Flight Planning and Performance

(iv) Skill test on type

(v) Principals of Flight

(vi) Air Law

(vii) Aviation Meteorology

(viii) Engines, Airframes & Instruments
AAA 4 Pilots, Durban
Course entry requirements:
(i) You must be 16 years age.however training may commence before this age
(ii) A medical examination (Class I or II) must be done by a qualified aviation medical doctor.
(iii) You must pass a technical examination of the aircraft chosen to train on, and a student pilot exam.
(iv) 2 passport size photos will be required.
(v) Pay the fee to issue the SPL. The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SA CAA) will allocate a License number which will enable you to fly an aircraft solo (on your own) while still under the supervision of your Instructor. Students who prove to be proficient enough after a minimum of 10 hrs dual flying will be sent for the first time Solo. This is a truly memorable experience, which signifies your official entry into the prestigious group of Aviators.
Starlite Aviation Group, Durban
Course content

(i) Radio Telephony: Restricted Radio License

(ii) Air Law – Helicopter

(iii) Aircraft General – Engines and Airframes – Helicopter

(iv) Human Performance

(v) Principals of Flight – Helicopter

(vi) Aviation Meteorology

(vii) General Navigation

(viii) Flight Performance and Planning – Helicopter

Course requirements

(i) 45 hours flying time

(ii) Be 16 years of age to go solo

(iii) Be at least 17 years of age to obtain a PPL (H)

(iv) Be able to read, speak, write and understand English and pass the English Proficiency Examination

(v) A Class I or II Aviation Medical: We can assist your Aviation Medical appointment

Afrika Union Aviation Academy, Mahikeng
Prerequisites:
- Applicant must be at least 18 years of age for issuance of Commercial Pilot License
- Applicant must hold a Category 2 Medical

In order to Attain Private Pilot License one has to Under go PPL Theory Subjects Like - Aircraft Navigation, Meteorology, Regulation, Technical & Minimum of 45 Hours of Flying in An Airplane, in Which He/She has to Complete Minimum of 15 Hours of pilot in command Time. On Completion of above One Has to Success Fully Pass PPL Written Exam & PPL Flight Test. Requirement are slightly Different in Most of the Countries, But....Hour Requirement are Given Below.

THE COURSE CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING :-
Total Flying Hours - 45
Dual Single Engine - 30
Solo Single Engine - 15
43 Air School, Port Alfred
Course content

(i) Aircraft Flying

(ii) Simulator Flying

(iii) Courseware and equipment

(iv) Theoretical Ground school

Entry requirements

(i) ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4

(ii) South African Aviation Medical (Class 2)

(iii) 17 Years or older on Qualification

(iv) Recommended: School Mathematics, Physical Science and English

(v) South African CAA Private Pilot Licence

(vi) Radio Licence

(vi) Type Ratings: (a) Piper Cherokee 140 PA 28-140

(b) Piper Cherokee 180 PA 28-180

Course duration: 84 days
Johannesburg Flying Academy, Alberton
A Private pilot’s license allows you to fly more than 1 one passenger(depending on Aircraft type and the relevant rating) and is the first step in obtaining a CPL.

At Johannesburg Flying Academy we use South African designed and manufactured Sling Aircraft. With its light handling, sports car feel and full glass cockpit, it makes it the ideal way to start familiarising the Student with the instrumentation of larger, more complicated Aircraft.

The minimum requirements to complete this license is 45 hours of flight time.
A full time PPL course takes about 3 months to complete, but all courses are tailored to fit the individual’s requirements.
Madiba Bay School of Flight, Port Elizabeth
Requirements for a private pilot license :

-Be 17 years or older
-Hold a valid class 1 or 2 medical aviation certificate
-Hold at least a valid restricted certificate of proficiency in radio-telephony
-Show evidence of holding a valid Student Pilot License
-Have successfully completed the training at an approved Part 141 air school
-Passed the theoretical knowledge examination required
-Passed the practical skills test
-Completed not less than 45 hours flight time as pilot of an aeroplane with a mass in excess of 450 kg of which
-At least 25 hours are dual instruction
Central Flying Academy, Johannesburg
The training involves the following elements:

(i) Ab-initio phase

(ii) Solo phase

(iii) Advanced flying phase

(iv) Cross phase

(v) Basic instrument flying phase(optional)

(vi) PPL test preparation phase

(vii) PPL test phase

SACCA PPL theoretical subjects:

(i) Air Law

(ii) Flight Planning & Performance

(iii) Navigation

(iv) Radio Telephony

(v) Aircraft Technical & General

(vi) Human Performance

(vii) Principles of flight
Morningstar Flight Academy, Cape Town
Requirements:
- A Class II Flight Medical Certificate.
This medical certificate can be obtained from a SACAA approved Medical Examiner and is valid for 24 months. If you are unsure on where to find a SACAA approved Medical Examiner please contact us and we will provide you with the relevant details.
- A Student Pilots Licence (attainable at 16 years of age).
- Be a minimum age of 17 years of age.
- Be fluent in the English.
- Passed all ground school subjects.
- A valid restricted radio certificate.
- A minimum of 45 hours of training.
Eagle Air Flight School, Pretoria
Entry requirements

(i) Applicants must be at least 17 years old.

(ii) Students must be eligible to live in South Africa.

(iii) International students must have a study VISA.

(iv) Students must be proficient in English.

(v) Students must have a valid ID or Passport.

(vi) Students must pass an Aviation Medical Exam

(vii) Eagle Air has no academic requirements.

(viii) Mathematics, Physical Science and Geography will be a great benefit – but this is not compulsory.
The Algoa Flying Club, Port Elizabeth
Course entry requirements
-Be 17 years or older – however, your training may begin at age 16.
-Hold a valid Class 1 or Class 2 medical certificate.
-Hold at least a valid restricted certificate of proficiency in radiotelephony (aeronautical).
-There is a Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) exam that must be written and passed.

Mode of study
-Part time
-Full time

Course duration: 8-10 weeks
Inversion Flight Academy, Gauteng
A Private Pilot License (PPL) is the first step on the ladder of aviation training. A person holding a Private Pilot Licence is allowed to fly an aircraft for recreational purposes during daytime in good weather conditions.

Course Requirements:

- ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4
- South African Aviation Medical (Class 2)
- 17 Years or older on Qualification
Africa Aviation Academy, Germiston
Course requirements

(i) There are no official academic requirements; however, we strongly recommend that the student has completed English, Mathematics and Physical Science/Geography in their Matric year at school.

(ii) The candidate must be at least 16 years old and Pass a Class 2 Medical Examination.(This examination must be conducted by an SACAA approved aviation doctor)
Progress Flight Academy, Port Elizabeth
The PPL course has four distinct phases;
- pre-solo manoeuvres to first solo flight,
- solo consolidation and advanced manoeuvres,
- navigation flights, and
- revision and flight tests.
Private Pilot training courses commence every six weeks, and duration is twelve weeks
Airborne Aviation Flight School, Johannesburg
Course entry requirements
-The student must 17 years or older
-High school or equivalent as a minimum education
-Good command of the English language.
-Have to passed the theoretical knowledge examinations.
-Class II Medical certificate by a South African CAA.
Skyhawk Aviation, Johannesburg
Cape Town Flight Training Centre, Western Cape
Flight Training College (FTC), George
Helicopter Pilot Training Centre, Port Elizabeth
Blue Chip Flight School, Pretoria

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