National Private Pilot Licence (NPPL)
Essentially a cut-down version of the PPL, this restricted licence is ideal for recreational flight within the UK.
The medical requirements are less stringent than those of the PPL but the licence does have operational limitations:
- Only VFR (Visual Flight Rules) flight is permitted. It does not grant you permission to fly using your instruments alone, for example in cloud, or when visibility is low.
- You may fly only UK-registered aircraft, and solely within UK airspace.
- You may carry a maximum of three passengers.
You cannot add a Night Qualification or IMC.
Pre-course requirements
You must sign a declaration of fitness to fly. This must be supported by a declaration from you doctor, confirming that you reach the DVLA 2* standard of fitness. Applicants who meet only the DVLA 1 standard of fitness can fly solo if accompanied by another qualified pilot.
*The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) require road users to satisfy certain medical standards. DVLA 1 (private driver) and DVLA 2 (professional driver) standards are used within the NPPL to ascertain fitness to fly. For more information, visit the DVLA website.
Training
Before you can gain your licence, you are required to spend a minimum of 32 hours in the air. Pilots of different categories of aircraft will receive credit for their existing experience, thus reducing the number of hours required to complete the course.
You will also be required to take:
- Flight test
- Skills test
- Ground examinations
For bookings or enquiries please call us on 01223 373717
or email us at enquiries@cambridgeaeroclub.com
