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What is the Difference
Between a Private Pilot
and a Recreational Pilot?
Private Pilot Licence or Recreational Pilot Licence
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) offers several different licence
classes, with different pathways to suit pilots with different flying goals. If
you don't intend to pursue flying as a full-time career, either the Private Pilot
Licence (PPL) or RPL may be the right fit for you, but what qualification
should you aim for? Read on to find out.
A Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL) is the
first step in any pilot's journey, requiring
25 hours of flight time and passing the
theory exam. It allows holders to fly up to
25nm from their departure airport and
carry passengers, making it ideal for those
looking to fly for fun.
Recreational Pilot Licence
(RPL) explained
Learn To Fly Melbourne
provides opportunities to
further your flight training and
career as a professional pilot.
Be at least 16 years old, speak and
understand English, and hold a valid
aviation medical certificate.
To obtain RPL, you must
meet the following criteria:
A Private Pilot Licence is the next step
after completing the RPL, expanding on
the pilot skills learnt during the RPL and
introducing advanced navigation training.
It requires a certain number of training
hours and a theory and practical exam to
obtain and is able to carry passengers
and fly anywhere in Australia, making it
the perfect licence for pilots that want to
fly for fun.
Private Pilot Licence (PPL)
explained
Find a flight school that offers both
recreational pilot training and private pilot
training to obtain PPL, as well as extensive
facilities and a fleet of well-maintained
aircraft to help identify and achieve your
flight dreams. The best flight school is one
that can help answer this question and set
you on the best path for your aviation
goals.
Finding the right flight
school