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- Training For A Pilot Licence
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- Things to Consider When Looking For A Flight School
- Gliders, Microlights and Balloons
- Finances
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Before you apply for a licence, you will need to complete a training course at a flight school. Courses are designed to train you for a specific licence. During your course, you will obtain the theoretical knowledge and skills needed and complete the flying time required for the licence. When you finish your training, you will be given all the docu...
In addition to UK approved schools, you can choose to complete your training abroad, as long as your chosen school is CAA approved. This ensures you meet the required flying standards.
Please note that the CAA is unable to recommend a flying school Here are some things for you to consider to help you make the right choices to achieve your aviation ambitions.
Governing associations for each kind of flying hold details of their affiliated clubs and schools. Please follow the links to their websites below: British Gliding Association (BGA) British Microlight Aircraft Association (BMAA) British Balloon and Airship Club (BBAC)
Costs
The CAA is unable to give advice on how much schools or training courses cost. You will need to contact the flying schools directly to ascertain this. Most flight schools advertise a complete price for the qualifications they offer and also a training rate by the hour. Whilst some schools will offer ‘all inclusive’ packages, this is usually based upon the minimum number of flying hours set out in the licence requirements. Many students require additional lessons/hours to complete their traini...
Protecting your investment
The CAA’s approval of a flight school means it complies with all safety requirements and is able to provide training to an agreed standard. The CAA does not regulate the financial viability of flying schools or clubs so CAA approval to conduct flight training does not imply any certification of financial health or stability. For this reason, the CAA advises all prospective student pilots to take precautions to protect their financial investment. Many flying schools may offer a discount if you...
Changing flying schools
If you find it's not the right fit for you, you are able to change your flying school. If you decide you want to change schools before you finish your training, you must ensure that your training records are transferred to your new school.
Dispute with a flying school
The CAA regulates the safety practices of training organisations. We are not an ombudsman service so are unable to intervene in personal issues or grievances. We recommend that you follow the complaints process at your flying school or contact Citizens Advice. If you have a concern over the safety practice of your school, you can report a potential breach of aviation law.
What to do if your training school ceases trading
In the event that your ATO/DTO ceases trading before your training is complete, it is important that your training records are secured and retained by an independent body. Unfortunately, the CAA does not hold individual's training records and therefore would be unable to assist in this situation. It is recommended that, in such circumstances; you contact the liquidator for a copy of your training records, or your instructor who may have kept your records. It is not recommended that you secure...
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