The Australian PPL (Private Pilot License) is issued by the
Civil Aviation Safety Authority
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) is the Australian national authority for the regulation of civil aviation. Although distinct from the government, it reports to the Federal Minister for Infrastructure and Transport.
CASA is responsibl ...
, the Australian
federal agency responsible for the regulation and safety of
private
Private or privates may refer to:
Music
* " In Private", by Dusty Springfield from the 1990 album ''Reputation''
* Private (band), a Denmark-based band
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and
commercial flight
Commercial aviation is the part of civil aviation that involves operating aircraft for remuneration or hire, as opposed to private aviation.
Definition
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.
In order to gain a PPL in
Australia
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, the minimum requirements are:
Obtain a mark of 70% or more in the CASA aeroplane or helicopter exam, which tests all seven subjects listed in the Day VFR Syllabus.
Hold a class 2 or greater medical. Have a total of 40 hours total flight time, of which 10 must be pilot in command, which must consist of a minimum of 5 hours cross country solo, and a 2 hours instrument flying must also be required before being eligible to hold a PPL.
References
External links
Getting your private pilot licencePre-Qualifications , Civil Aviation Safety AuthorityLicence types , Civil Aviation Safety Authority
Aviation in Australia
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