Which licence should I choose: PPL(A) or LAPL(A)?

The PPL(A) is the most versatile private pilot licence. The LAPL(A) is a lighter European alternative. The right choice depends on your flying plans, budget and pace.

At what age can I start pilot training?

Training can start at 15. The licence is issued from age 17, after the theoretical and practical exams.

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Become a pilot in Sarrebourg

PPL(A), LAPL(A), first flights, theory and solo: the club supports you step by step with instructors and progression adapted to your pace.

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Map and flying environment around Sarrebourg-Buhl — Local training from an airfield well suited to learning, progressing and travelling.

Two possible paths

Both licences let you fly light aircraft. The main differences are scope, travel goals and minimum training time.

PPL(A)

The international private pilot licence, ideal if you want to travel, carry passengers and keep maximum flexibility.

Regulatory minimum: 45 flight hours.
Including dual instruction, supervised solo and navigation.
Theoretical exam and practical flight test.

LAPL(A)

A more progressive European path, suited to pilots who mainly want to fly for leisure.

Regulatory minimum: 30 flight hours.
Practical training with an instructor, then solo.
More limited than the PPL, but very relevant for starting out.

Pilot initiation flight

The best first step if you are unsure: discover the cockpit, the sensations and the logic of flying.

See initiation flights

How does progression work?

Training is not a tunnel. You progress through short goals: understand the aircraft, hold a path, take off, land, navigate and prepare the exams.

1. Discovery: first contact with the aircraft, controls, safety and the airfield.
2. Dual instruction: exercises with an instructor, with increasing autonomy.
3. First solo: a milestone when the instructor considers you ready.
4. Navigation: preparation, weather, radio, routes and diversions.
5. Exams: theory, practical test and licence issue.

The simplest step: come and talk to us.

Every student arrives with a different pace, budget and goal. Contact the club and we will explain the most suitable path.

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