Introduction
A CPL (Commercial Pilot Licence) is the professional qualification for a pilot to be able to fly as pilot-in-command (PIC) and to carry passengers for remuneration to then ultimately gain employment. To obtain a CPL you must undergo an approved course with an approved training organisation such as ourselves. Aviation South West are approved by the UK CAA and Transport Malta (EASA).
Pre-Requisites
Before starting this course we require:
150 hours total time
ICAO Level 4 or higher
Passed CPL or ATPL theoretical knowledge exams with the relevant authority
A Class 1 medical for the relevant authority
Completed a 300nm cross country navigation with at least 2 land-aways
Completed an MEP Class Rating course, should you wish to do a Multi-Engine CPL
The Course
The approved course has minimum set requirements as set out by law but may require going beyond these to meet standards to safety pass the skills test assessments. The minimum course criteria before your skills test are:
25 hours total time
Of which 10 hours of instrument flying
15 hours of visual flying
Minimum 5 hours flying in a complex aircraft
Meet standards to pass the Skills Test check flight in said complex aircraft
Test Requirements
200 hours total time
Of which 100 hours as PIC
20 hours of cross-country flight as PIC
Cost
Contact us below for pricing information of our CPL course packages.