Recreational Pilot Licence

Some students choose to achieve the RPL prior to achieving their PPL. Pilots who have their RPL may:

• Fly solo in the circuit area or the designated training area with only one passenger
• Fly only Day VFR private operations in a single engine aircraft.

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Have at least 25 hours flight time which must include 5 solo hours
• Pass an RPL theory exam
• Pass a flight test;
• Have a current Recreational Aviation Medical Practitioner Certificate
• Be at least 16 years of age.