The next step up from the RPL, the private licence allows you to fly privately throughout Australia, in piston or turbine helicopters. This course teaches you everything you need to become a safe, skilled and confident pilot and cross country navigator, including operating in controlled airspace.

To successfully complete the PPL(H) you must:

• Be at least 17 years of age at the time of licence issue

• Hold a medical clearance appropriate for the PPL

• Have completed a minimum total of 40 hours flying, including 10 hours of solo flight of which 5 hours is solo cross country flight

• Have passed a PPL(H) flight test and theory knowledge exam as set by CASA and conducted by a CASA approved examiner.