PRIVATE PILOT LICENSE-PPL - Overview - Course overview, requirements, training, and cost analysis

Sep 25, 2026

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Private Pilot License (PPL) (A) is a single-course program that trains pilots to the proficiency required to operate as private pilot in command on single-engine piston airplanes under visual flight rules (VFR). The course duration is no less than 2 months, with most students completing in about 6 months. It includes pre-entry requirements such as age eligibility, EASA Class 2 medical, English knowledge, and a pre-entry assessment, plus theoretical training across nine subjects and 45 hours of flight training.

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Overview

Pre-Entry Requirements

Theoretical Training

Flight Training

Cost Analysis of the Course

98 Athinon Avenue • Athens • 10442 • Greece T +30 210 4110609 F +30 210 4138087 E [admissions@globalaviationsa.com](admissions@globalaviationsa.com) [www.globalaviationsa.com](www.globalaviationsa.com) PRIVATE PILOT LICENSE-PPL OVERVIEW Private Pilot License PPL (A) is a single course designed to train pilots to the level of proficiency necessary to enable them to operate as private pilot in command on single engine piston airplanes under visual flight rules (VFR) . The duration of the course can be no less than 2 months. On average most students complete the course in 6 months. PRE-ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • At least 17 years of age • EASA Medical Certificate (class 2) • Sufficient knowledge of the English Language • Successful completion of the Pre-Entry Assessment THE THEORETICAL TRAINING The PPL theoretical knowledge course comprises 9 subjects. These subjects are: Air Law, Aircraft General Knowledge, Flight Performance & Planning, Human Performance & Limitations, Meteorology, Navigation, Operational Procedures, Principles of Flight, and Communications. The duration of the theoretical knowledge course is approximately 2 months and can commence at any time during the year. THE FLIGHT TRAINING The flight training course comprises a total of 45 hrs, including 10 hrs Solo and 35 hrs dual. The flight training course commences simultaneously with the theoretical training course. COST ANALYSIS OF THE COURSE Aircraft Type of Service & FNPT Flight hrs (Minimum) Installment Payment Plan (for minimum hrs) | PPLTheoretical Training (Private Tuition & CBT)
Pilot Bag (Pilot Supplies & Headset) | | | € 5,000 at enrollment | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Flight Training – Phase 1 | SEP | 15 hrs | € 5,000 | | Flight Training – Phase 2 | SEP | 30 hrs | € 4,500 | | Final Examinations (Includes: cost of aircraft use & examiner fees) | | 1,5 hrs | | | | | 46,5 hrs | € 14,500 | *Medical examination cost for EASA Class 2 Medical and uniform cost are not included in the above offer. ** Theoretical Examination Fees (initial) are not included in the offer. *** Pre-entry assessment test costs €300, payable prior to the test and is not included in the above offer.

FAQs

What is the minimum and typical duration of the PPL (A) course?

The course duration can be no less than 2 months. On average, most students complete the course in about 6 months.

What pre-entry requirements must be met before starting?

Applicants must be at least 17 years old, hold an EASA Medical Certificate (class 2), demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the English Language, and successfully complete the Pre-Entry Assessment.

How many theoretical subjects and flight hours are included?

The theoretical course covers 9 subjects over approximately 2 months. Flight training totals 45 hours, including 10 hours solo and 35 hours dual.

Sep 25, 2026

Uploaded by Grenda