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How old do I have to be to start the pilot training?  \nAt the time of the completion of the private pilot training, you have to be at least 17 years old. At the time of the completion of the professional pilot training at least 18 years old. However, you can start the training already earlier. The first solo flight without flight instructor though requires you to be 16 years old.  \nQ2. Up to which age may I fly?  \nFor private flights, there is no age limit. As long as you fit feel and pass the regular medical checks, you can keep on flying. Depending on the area of responsibility, professional pilots may fly until the age of 60 or 65.  \nQ3. How long does the training take?  \nThis depends mainly on how often you take flying lessons. We recommend at least one to two lessons per week. Thus private pilot training lasts approx. 9 – 12 months, the professional pilot training approx. 6 – 10 months.  \nQ4. Do I have to go back to school for the pilot training?  \nThe training as a private and professional pilot includes a theoretical and a practical part. You complete the theory training by attending classes or in an distance learning course. You can find details to the relevant training courses on information sheets in our training dossier.  \nQ5. Can I complete the training part-time while I am working?  \nWith the exception of the integrated professional pilot training, you can complete all training courses on a part-time basis.  \nQ6. How do I register for the training?  \nCall us or email us directly at one of our bases. We are happy to assist you with any operational processes of your training.  \nQ7. When is the optimal time to start the training?  \nYou can start training at any time. We fly throughout the year and can discuss the individual start of the course. However, it is advisable to coordinate the start of the practical training with the theoretical training.  \nQ8. In which intervals should I take flying lessons?  \n1 – 2 lessons per week would be ideal. This can also be intensified in arrangement with the flight instructor.  \nQ9. Due to an absence, I would like to interrupt the training. Is that possible?  \nIn principle, this is no problem. However, from the time you complete the theoretical training you need to take the practical exam at the latest after 24 months. Otherwise, the theory exam has to be repeated. Specific deadlines also apply to the retraining or the night training.  \nQ10. How expensive is the pilot training?  \nYou will find the expected costs in a separate listing of our training dossier.  \nQ11. Can I change the type of helicopter during the training?  \nYou need to fly at least 35 hours with the type of helicopter you will fly on the private pilot exam. A change of the  \nhelicopter models without great expenses is only possible at the beginning of the training. However, we recommend completing a test flight on potential helicopters before the training start before committing to one model. These flying hours can be already counted towards the training.  \nFrequently Asked Questions 2/2  \nQ12. I fly already aeroplanes, does that help me during the training as a helicopter pilot?  \nYou will definitely have an advantage because your aviation experience will be helpful when flying helicopters. Depending on the license, you do not have to complete the entire theory training. 10%(with a maximum of 6 hours) of your past flying time as a responsible pilot may also get taken into account for the PPL(H) training.  \nQ13. I fly already model helicopters, does that help me during the training as a helicopter pilot?  \nSince a model helicopter is developed in principle the same way, you can use your technical knowledge for the relevant theory lessons. Your sensitive control skills may also help you with the first hovering exercises.  \nQ14. Can I rent the helicopter after the training?  \nOf course, you can also charter our helicopters after the training. However, you need a valid type rating ","cbCaikAaGw9avg5z","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaikAaGw9avg5z","pdf",106386,"English","# Pilot Training - Eligibility and Schedule\n## Age, Flight Limits, and Lesson Frequency\n## Training Structure, Registration, and Interruptions\n# Licenses, Type Rating, and Medical Requirements","[{\"question\":\"What is the minimum age to start pilot training, and when can I fly solo?\",\"answer\":\"Completion of private pilot training requires at least 17 years of age, and professional pilot training requires at least 18 years. You can start earlier, but the first solo flight without an instructor requires you to be 16 years old.\"},{\"question\":\"How long does the training take and how often should lessons be scheduled?\",\"answer\":\"Training duration depends mainly on how often lessons are taken. 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