training process
Theoretical Training
EASA PPL Theoretical Training: Subjects Covered: 1. Air Law: Regulations and air traffic control procedures. 2. Aircraft General Knowledge: Structure, systems, and equipment insights. 3. Flight Performance & Planning: Aircraft performance, weight, balance, and fuel calculations. 4. Human Performance: Physiological and psychological impacts of flying. 5. Meteorology: Weather patterns and their effects on flight. 6. Navigation: Map reading, route planning, and navigational aids. 7. Operational Procedures: Flight operations in various conditions. 8. Principles of Flight: Aerodynamics and forces on an aircraft. 9. Communications: Radiotelephony and communication protocols. Duration: EASA mandates 100 hours of theoretical instruction, typically spread over several months. This can vary based on the training organization and student availability, with options for intensive or part-time courses.
Flight Training
At Blue Wings Aviation, practical experience is paramount. Our students will accumulate a minimum of 45 flight hours under the guidance of experienced instructors, mastering essential skills from basic maneuvers to complex operations like cross-country flying.
Assessment and Certification:
Written Examination: Upon completion of the ground school, students are required to pass a comprehensive written examination, ensuring they have grasped the theoretical knowledge necessary for safe flight operations. Flight Test: The culmination of the PPL course is the practical flight test, where students showcase their flying skills to a certified examiner. This hands-on assessment is rigorous, evaluating a student's proficiency in various flight maneuvers and operations.
