 Flying Unlimited is the only PPG and PPC flight training school in South Africa. The specialised service offered in regard to both disciplines of aviation is highly sought after by prospective and licensed pilots of either aviation type. Students arrive from all over the country and from our neighbouring countries to get trained by Tony in either of the types of aircraft. We sell various models of PPC’s to suit our customers needs. All accessories are sold for the PPC’s as well new and second hand PPC equipment.
Ratings and License offered
Student License
Basic License
Tandem License
Commercial Rating
Assistant Instructor License
Junior Instructor License
Senior Instructor Rating
Student License
A Student License will be issued to all people during their training process and it will be current for six months from date of issue. No solo flying is allowed with only this license prior to the Instructor’s decision to allow the student to do so. After then it is allowed only under strict Instructor supervision. No prior requirements are needed before the issuing of this license and training commences.
Requirements
To obtain a Student License the student must provide the following:
A letter from his/her GP that states general good health and the clearance to partake in an Aviation related activity (Class 4 Medical Certificate). The student must not suffer from epilepsy or suffer from any other medical condition that might endanger his/her life or the life of others.
Basic Pilot License
The Basic Pilot License is the first milestone in your PPC flying career. This license will be received once all the requirements are met that has been set inside the PPC licensing syllabus. The holder of the BPL (Basic Pilot License) has the necessary skill and experience to perform safe and successful solo flight within the allowed licensing limits. Pilots with this specific license rating are NOT allowed to fly with passengers of any kind. Failing to comply with this ruling can result in suspension of the license.
Requirements:
Minimum of 3 hours dual training and 10 hours solo flight.
Show proper skill and knowledge in the required fields: Principles of flight, Meteorology, Engines, Airframes, Wing design and Air law.
Pass the written theoretical exams.
Obtain a restricted radio license as presented by a CAA qualified person.
Tandem License:
The Tandem rating allows a pilot to carry passengers for recreational purposes and fun flying. The holder of this rating is not allowed to fly people for payment or any other means of compensation at any given time or place. The holder of this rating will also be expected to comply with the set requirements upon being issued with the license as set in the PPC license requirements. Failing to comply with this ruling can result in suspension of the license or rating.
Requirements:
Minimum of 40 hours total time as PIC (Pilot in Command) and more than 70 take off and landings logged.
Pass a skill test demonstrating the required tasks and maneuvers.
Pass the necessary written exams.
Have a satisfactory safety record and safety orientated attitude to fly tandem as approved by the committee or License and Safety Officer.
Hold a current restricted radio license.
Commercial Rating.
The Commercial rating allows a pilot to fly people for payment whether it is at an aviation event or for other commercial purposes. The requirements for this rating involve a very high level of experience and skill to ensure the safety of the public that might choose to partake in such a flight experience. Requirements are set in the PPC licensing layout.
Requirements:
Minimum of 200 hours total time, 80 hours tandem and 2 years experience.
Have a satisfactory safety record and safety orientated attitude to fly tandem as approved by the committee or License and Safety Officer.
Hold a current restricted radio license.
Assistant Instructor License
To become an Instructor in any Aviation related activity is a very responsible matter and only the individual that meets up to all the requirements should be allowed to receive such a rating. To ensure that all Instructors teach their students to the same standard as set by the syllabus they have to undergo training to teach them the means and methods to teach others.
Requirements:
Minimum of 150 hours PIC (Pilot in Command), holder of a tandem rating for at least 12 months.
Pass the written Assistant Instructor’s exam.
Have a satisfactory safety record and safety orientated attitude to fly tandem as approved by the committee or License and Safety Officer.
Hold a current restricted radio license
Junior Instructors License
A pilot with an Instructor rating has got the ability to teach any level of PPC training for a License level lower than their own and also evaluate whether or not another pilot has the required skill level to receive a desired license or rating. It is the duty of an Instructor to make sure that his/her student is on par with the requirements upon submitting an application for any license or rating to the NS&LO. A Junior Instructor may oversee the training procedures of an Assistant Instructor.
Requirements:
Minimum of 300 hours PIC (pilot in command), holder of a Commercial rating for at least 24 months.
Minimum of 40 hours dual pattering (flying in passenger position) instruction.
Pass the written Instructors Exam as well as the Practical Exam.
Have a satisfactory safety record and safety orientated attitude to fly tandem as approved by the committee or License and Safety Officer.
Hold a current restricted radio license.
Senior Instructor Rating
A Senior Instructor may teach any level of PPC training as well as instruct Instructors to perform their required duties in the correct manner. This is the highest level of Instructor License in this field.
Requirements:
Minimum of 500 hours PIC (pilot in command), holder of an Commercial rating for at least 24 months and Junior Instructor rating for at least 12 months.
Pass Practical Exam requirements and be signed off by a Senior Instructor.
Have a satisfactory safety record and safety orientated attitude to fly tandem as approved by the committee or License and Safety Officer.
Hold a current restricted radio license.
Additional Ratings.
Public Display Rating
The PDR (public display rating) is needed to perform at aviation organized events like air shows, public events in built up areas and any other public related gatherings. The reason for this rating is because flying at events like these requires a much higher knowledge and skill level than flying normal advertising for example next to the coastline over beaches.
Requirements:
Hold a minimum of a Basic Pilot License with 250 hours PIC (pilot in command) or more than 24 months experience.
Hold an Commercial rating.
Have a satisfactory safety record and safety orientated attitude to flying as approved by the committee or License and Safety Officer.
Have the proper knowledge about Airspace patterns and Display techniques.
Hold a current restricted radio license.
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Last Updated ( Friday, 09 July 2010 )
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