There are many reasons to gain a pilot's licence, including leisure flying, a new hobby, a personal challenge or the first step towards a professional flying career. For leisure, as a new hobby, a personal challenge, or even fulfilling a lifetime’s ambition.

 

You may be looking for a future career in aviation and want to be the airline captain of tomorrow. Gaining your licence may be much easier than you think, and we have the courses to help you at North Weald Flight Training.

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For Information for the complete beginner, click here.

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Alternatively, you may already have your licence and be looking to gain additional ratings or improve your skills.

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For a complete beginner, the two principal aeroplane licences available are:

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• The Private Pilot's Licence (PPL) 

• The National Private Pilot Licence (NPPL)