Light Aircraft Pilot Course

Hour Building in a glass cockpit Pipistrel aircraft

What Is A Light Aircraft Pilot Licence?

The Light Aircraft Pilot Licence (LAPL) is a European recreational pilot licence. As a valid LAPL holder, you can fly certified light aircraft with a maximum take-off weight of up to 2000 kg and up to four seats.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 16 years of age
  • Ability to read, speak, write and understand English
  • Ability to pass a Class 2 or LAPL Pilot Medical Exam

Why Choose Us?

Aircraft

Fly on the Pipistrel Virus SW 121, a top-tier aircraft renowned for its modernity and safety. This EASA-certified aircraft is equipped with a state-of-the-art Garmin glass cockpit, an autopilot system, and an innovative rescue parachute system for ultimate safety.

Online Theoretical Training

Progress at your own pace! With the added benefit of regular, personalized consultations and unlimited access to practice tests, you’ll be well-prepared and confident for your theoretical exams.

Flexible Scheduling for Practical Training

Enjoy flexible flying sessions from early morning to sunset on weekdays and weekends, tailored to fit your lifestyle.

Quality hour building in a glass cockpit aircraft

LAPL Course Structure

Pilot Medical Exam​

To exercise the privileges of a Light Aircraft Pilot License, you must hold a Class 2 or LAPL medical certificate. The pilot medical exam is a routine check conducted by aviation medical examiners. Once you pass the exam, they will issue your medical certificate. We assist you in locating an aeromedical center and scheduling an appointment.

Ground Training

The course includes an Online ground school covering the following subjects:

  • Air Law and ATC procedures
  • Meteorology
  • Navigation
  • Communications
  • Human Performance
  • Operational Procedures
  • Flight Principles
  • Aircraft Performance and Flight Planning
  • Aircraft General Knowledge

Flight Training

During the 30 hours of LAPL flight training, you learn basic aircraft handling, takeoff and landing techniques, solo flying, navigation and cross-country skills, emergency procedures, and radio communication with air traffic control. This training ensures you can safely operate an aircraft under Visual Flight Rules and handle various in-flight situations confidently.

What's the difference between PPL & LAPL?

The Private Pilot Licence (PPL) allows you to fly larger aircraft worldwide with more passengers and advanced ratings, requiring more training and a stricter medical certificate. In contrast, the Light Aircraft Pilot Licence (LAPL) is limited to smaller aircraft within Europe, has fewer training hours, lighter medical requirements, and fewer privileges, making it ideal for recreational flying.

You can upgrade from LAPL to PPL anytime, and we can help you with that process.

Prices

6 900 EUR. The price includes the followings:

  • Online ground school with 10 hours of consultation
  • 30 hours of aircraft rental
  • Instructor fees
  • Use of Bose A20 headset during the training

Introductory Flight

Interested in learning to fly but want to try it first without commitment? Join us for an Introductory Flight, which is essentially a regular flight lesson with a Flight Instructor. This experience includes a preflight ground briefing, aircraft inspection, and the chance to pilot the aircraft under supervision.

An Introductory Flight is also an excellent opportunity to meet our flight instructors and explore flying as a career or hobby.

Contact Us

For further questions or to apply, please feel free to contact us.

Balázs Magyar

  • +36 20 287 7955
  • balazs@skyhawk.hu