The UK Light Aeroplane Pilot Licence (LAPL)
The LAPL is a ‘light’ version of the PPL and is primarily aimed at those who plan to only fly privately, in aircraft of limited size and in good weather conditions. It also requires a slightly less demanding medical certification, so those who can not obtain a Class 2 medical can fly with reduced priviliges.
If you are limited by a medical condition or are only ever likely to fly for pleasure and in good weather then the reduced cost of the LAPL can make it the pragmatic choice.
The only additional ratings that can be added to the LAPL are the Night and Aerobatics Ratings. However, the licence is upgradeable to the PPL post-issue which then opens the door for further training if desired.
Students enroling on a Light Aeroplane Pilot Licence course must be at least 14 years old.
The easiest way to get started is with our enrolment package (see our price list), which includes all the essentials at a heavily discounted price. We will provide a thorough induction to familiarise you with the flying school and the course, and will get you set up with our online services so that you can start booking flying lessons straight away.
Training is delivered on a pay-as-you-go basis, so there are no further up-front costs.
Course Overview
- Flight training: 30 hours (minimum)
- Ground study options:
- Self study
- Online courses
- Classroom
- Ground examinations: 9 (on site)
- Medical certification: Class 2 or LAPL
Costs
- Enrolment: £699 (includes membership, flight equipment & CBT ground school)
- All other training fees (flying, ground school, examinations etc) are pay-as-you-go, and as per our price list