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Includes the aircraft typically used at each phase, the pathway from dual instruction to First Solo, and the approximate hours required. 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I. F.). Stage 2 involves training for the Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL), including dual training up to First Solo and then further solo/dual flying plus theory exams. Stage 3 continues navigation training to obtain the Private Pilot Licence (P. P. L.).","Answer",{"name":116,"@type":111,"acceptedAnswer":117},"How long does RPL and PPL training typically take?",{"text":118,"@type":114},"On average, completing the RPL from the first flight takes about 30 hours dual and 12 hours solo. The navigation training to complete the P. P. L. averages around 20 hours dual and 7 hours solo. Overall, the RPL completion time is often 6 to 8 months if flying at least once a week, or 2 to 3 months full time.",{"name":120,"@type":111,"acceptedAnswer":121},"What factors affect training cost and schedule?",{"text":122,"@type":114},"Costs depend on the typical number of dual and solo flight hours, exam and flight test fees, and whether prices or requirements change (with note that CASA requirements and student progression can vary). Scheduling can be affected by availability of time or finances, weather, motivation, and frequency of lessons.","https://schema.org",{"og:url":83,"og:type":125,"og:title":65,"og:site_name":95,"og:description":67},"article",{"robots":127,"canonical":83},"index,follow",{"doc_id":129,"site_id":62},388874,1790918509,{"code":4,"msg":5,"data":132},{"doc_id":129,"user_id":133,"nickname":92,"user_avatar":134,"doc_module":4,"category_id":19,"category_name":20,"doc_title":65,"doc_description":67,"doc_content":135,"file_id":136,"file_url":137,"file_type":138,"file_size":139,"view_count":105,"is_deleted":4,"is_public":8,"is_downloadable":8,"audit_status":8,"page_count":14,"language":140,"language_code":63,"site_id":62,"html_lang":63,"table_of_contents":141,"faqs":142,"seo_title":143,"seo_description":67,"update_tm":144,"read_time":24,"preview_page_count":4},962090893581,"https://ap-avatar.wpscdn.com/davatar_276721f389ce27ea32af1340a28f341c","The steps involved in obtaining a Private Pilot Licence  \nWhether you are learning to fly for pleasure or a career, the starting point and various stages of learning are the same.  \nStage 1: The first step to training is to take a Trial Instructional Flight (T. I. F.) . During this lesson, the instructor will explain the basics of flying, and also point out some of the features of the aircraft. The flight lasts about 35 minutes and you will have the opportunity to fly the aircraft during all phases of flight including the takeoff and landing.  \nIf you decide to continue with training, an Aviation Reference Number (ARN) should be applied for from CASA and an aviation medical certificate is required prior to flying solo.  \nStage 2: The next step is to undertake training to obtain a Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL) . On passing this test you will be able to carry passengers within the flying training area associated with the flying school.  \nTraining begins with dual instruction until you achieve your \"First Solo\" flight. On average, this will take approximately 20 instructional hours. Training then continues as a combination of dual (with the instructor) and solo (on your own) flying, until all sequences of the syllabus of training have been covered to the required standard. The average number of hours to complete the RPL from the first flight is 30 hours dual and 12 hours solo. There are four theory exams which you will undertake during the training for the RPL.  \nStage 3: Your next step is to continue navigation training which, when completed, will give you your Private Pilot Licence (P. P. L.) . This will enable you to fly, with passengers, anywhere within Australia.  \nThe navigation flying training consists of approximately eight navigation exercises, two of which are solo, and a pass in the multi􀀀choice theory exam set by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (C.A. S.A) .  \nOn average, the number of hours required to complete the [P. P. L. is 20](P. P. L. is 20) hours dual and 7 hours solo.  \nAircraft used for the T. I. F and RPL phase of training are Cessna 152s, and then the completion of the [RPL. is](RPL. is) conducted in either a Cessna 172 or Piper Cherokee. The 152 has two seats, and 172 and Cherokee have four seats.  \nOnce the RPL is passed a check flight can be conducted in the 172 or Cherokee, allowing you to carry passengers in either of these aircraft types.  \nThe theory subjects for Basic Aeronautical Knowledge, and the Private Pilot Licence can be studied in two ways:  \n1. Self study 􀀀 a set of books can be supplied for each exam and studied at home. 2. Tuition 􀀀 for those who prefer, individual tuition can be arranged.  \nAll exams can be sat at Melton Flying School.  \n 995 Coburns Road, Melton, VIC 3337  [info@meltonairservices.com.au](info@meltonairservices.com.au)  03 9746 1342  \nHow much will it cost?  \nTRIAL INTRODUCTORY FLIGHT: Cessna 152  \nAVIATION MEDICAL:  \nAviation Medical Examination (Price may vary) CASA Medical Processing Fee  \nRECREATIONAL PILOT LICENCE (RPL): Cessna 152  \nTypical Costs 30 Hours Dual @ $280.00 / hr  \n12 Hours Solo @ $200.00 / hr Theory Books (B.A. K. Exam)  \nB.A. K. Exam fee  \nG. F. P.T. Flight Test 1.5 hours @ $280.00 / hr  \nPRIVATE PILOT LICENCE (P.P.L): Cessna 172 / Piper Cherokee  \nTypical Costs 20 hours Dual @ 320.00 / hr  \n7 hours Solo @ 260.00 / hr Theory Books (P. P. L Exam)  \nP. P. L Exam Fee  \nP. P. L. Flight Test 3.0 hours @ $320.00 / hr  \n$125.00  \n$180.00 $75.00  \n$255.00  \n$8400.00  \n$2400.00  \n$220.00  \n$60.00  \n$420.00  \n$11500.00  \n$6400.00  \n$1820.00  \n$220.00  \n$100.00  \n$960.00  \n$9500.00  \nAll prices include G. S.T and may be varied at any time.  \nNOTE: Although CASA has a minimum aeronautical experience requirement of 20 hours for the RPL and 40 hours total for the [P. P. L. in](P. P. L. in) practice it has been found the hours required to achieve the required standard will exceed the minimum requirements and vary with each student and frequency of lessons, The above costing i","cbCaiaf5ApEOQ9nV","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiaf5ApEOQ9nV","pdf",195279,"English","# Steps involved in obtaining a Private Pilot Licence\n## Stage 1: Trial Instructional Flight (T. I. F.)\n## Stage 2: Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL)\n## Stage 3: Navigation training for the Private Pilot Licence (P. P. L.)\n# Cost and time overview\n## How much will it cost?\n## How long will it take?\n# Requirements and booking information\n## Age requirements\n## Medical requirements\n## Tuition and self study options","[{\"question\":\"What are the three main stages to obtain a Private Pilot Licence?\",\"answer\":\"Stage 1 starts with a Trial Instructional Flight (T. I. F.). Stage 2 involves training for the Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL), including dual training up to First Solo and then further solo/dual flying plus theory exams. Stage 3 continues navigation training to obtain the Private Pilot Licence (P. P. L.).\"},{\"question\":\"How long does RPL and PPL training typically take?\",\"answer\":\"On average, completing the RPL from the first flight takes about 30 hours dual and 12 hours solo. The navigation training to complete the P. P. L. averages around 20 hours dual and 7 hours solo. Overall, the RPL completion time is often 6 to 8 months if flying at least once a week, or 2 to 3 months full time.\"},{\"question\":\"What factors affect training cost and schedule?\",\"answer\":\"Costs depend on the typical number of dual and solo flight hours, exam and flight test fees, and whether prices or requirements change (with note that CASA requirements and student progression can vary). Scheduling can be affected by availability of time or finances, weather, motivation, and frequency of lessons.\"}]","Private Pilot Licence - Stages of Training, Costs and Timing | PDF",1790311067]