Microlight Training
A National Private Pilot License (NPPL) license is required to fly microlights, and can be gained by training with a qualified flying instructor in accordance with a CAA (Civil Aviation Authority)
syllabus of training. The minimum requirements are:-
- 25 hours total flying time to include 10 hours solo and two qualifying cross country flights.
A restricted license is available with reduced requirements (15hrs total, to include 7hrs solo flying), but will limit you to flying to within 8 miles of the take-off point and is subject to other weather related criteria. In either case, you will need to pass a General Skills Test and an oral exam, which is much akin to a driving test. In addition to this you will need to pass 5 multiple choice exams in the following subjects:-
- Principles of flight
- Aviation law
- Navigation
- Meteorology
- Human factors
This may all sound a lot, in practice it is fascinating and good fun. A microlight license is simpler than a conventional aircraft General Aviation license and can be gained in approximately 2/3 the flying time and at 1/2 the cost.
That means you are able to realise your dream spending less money.
Don‘t be frightened of the exams. Although thorough, they are easy and enjoyable to study for and our 100% pass rate serves to prove this point.
The above license requirements are minimums and do not guarantee a pass. Everyone learns at different rates and the time taken may vary from individual to individual.
Follow the link to a Summary of the NPPL (Microlight) course.
Some Other Facts
To fly solo you must be at least 16 years old and hold a Declaration of Fitness which is based on the DVLA regulations, signed by your GP (no medical examination is normally required). A medical form and information sheets are available on the CAA website: www.caa.co.uk
The weight limit for flying in a Eurostar is 95kg (15st) and the height limit is 1.9cm (6ft 5in). For the Weightshift aircraft the weight limit is 110kg.
Once you have your licence you must complete at least 12 hours flying every 24 months of which 8 hours must be Pilot in Command to keep your licence valid.
We have four instructors who cover 7 days a week from 9am to 7pm all year round.
What equipment do I need to start?
Initially, you will need a pilots log book and a copy of ’The Microlight pilots handbook’. Other equipment can be purchased as and when required.
Pilot's Logbook
All pilots are required to hold a pilot’s logbook. This is used to keep a record of all your flights.
Item: PPL Logbook - in stock
Price : £20.00
You can buy a logbook at the Purple Aviation office.
The Microlight Pilot's Handbook
The Microlight Pilot’s Handbook, by Brian Cosgrove. This study book contains all the information required to pass the written exams. Suitable for both fixed and flex wing training. Contains 198 pages.
Item: Microlight Pilot’s Handbook – in stock
Price: £20.00
You can buy The Microlight Pilot’s Handbook at the Purple Aviation office.
Other Items
CAA UK Airspace Charts. It is a legal requirement for the pilot of an aircraft to hold an up to date Airspace chart for the area they are flying in. Whilst these charts are provided for most of your training, you will need one towards the end to complete your cross country flights.
CAA charts can be purchased here.
The Complete Microlight Pilot Starter Kit. This package contains all of the books and equipment required during and after your training as a pilot.
The Complete Microlight Pilot Starter kit can be purchased here.
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