How best to go about getting your PPL and taking it further, what are the best schools?
I would not be able to do this all in one go as £50K to £60K is too high for me to spend.
I have looked at some websites and done some research and i know i will require a class 1 med. Thank you all for any advice
Answers:
The best is to visit local airfields and flight schools. if you are in london (what part) NSEW as there are many around the outskirts of London. If you do not have the cash to do the entire ATPL or commercial it takes a fair while. some schools take on commercial rated pilots with the instructor rating to assist them with the hour building required, this though is very low pay about £10 per hour when flying, with no, or minimal weekly wage, but you do get the time in the air as P1 that you need to progress towards your goal.600 hours i believe. A PPL will cost you about £5-6k and yes you will need a class 1 for commercial. class 2 for private. To find local airfields in your area look at pooleys guide, this shows you all registered airfields. The PPL is quite easy (only go for the JAR not the NPPL). If you can pay for your PPL in instalments as lump sums you will save a bit as schools offer discounts, If you do Pay as you Go expect around 125-140 an hour with instructor. the minimum if 45 hours, you can go to www.pprune.org this is a web site dedicated to pilots both commercial and private.
Hello.. Learning to fly an aircraft is a challenging but rewarding experience. All flying clubs have the expertise and friendliness to help you achieve your ambition and gain your wings. They will strive to maintain consistency during your training and encourage you to keep the same instructor throughout. They will tailor a training program to suit you, within a professional but informal atmosphere; never forgetting the most important point - Flying is FUN!
The PPL Course requires you to complete the following:
45 Hours flying Instruction including at least 10 hours flying solo
7 Ground Examinations
A Solo Qualifying Cross Country flight, landing at two airfields and covering 150 nautical miles.
1 Flight Test (Skills Test)
Your instructor will take you through the course at a pace which is comfortable for you, and will guide you in what study you will need to do in your own time.
There are two kinds of PPL available.
The NPPL is a 32 hour course as opposed to the 45 of the PPL, but it restricts the holder to flying during the day, within the boundaries of the united kingdom, and in good meteorological conditions.
As for prices.. well they will vary a lot depending on location and size. as a guide most schools charge about £100 per hour for one to one flight training.
Hope this helps
J
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