Aviation Courses
Our Flight Training and Aviation Courses are structured to give you the best professional experience that would set you apart from other pilots. We take pride in our ability to provide you with the safest and top-quality training in our region.
Start your career as a professional pilot or learn to fly as a hobby. At Bucephalus Air, we offer personalised training that guarantees performance.
National Pilot License (NPL)
Obtaining a National Pilot License (NPL) means that you are trained to operate a Microlight or Light Sport Aircraft (LSA) under Part 62 of the Civil Aviation Regulations. The National Pilot License is used mainly for recreational flying and the license can range from Microlights to Light Sport Aircraft.
Duration
6 – 7 months
flight hours
Private Pilot License (PPL)
A Private Pilot License (PPL) is the most popular license for a pilot that operates a wide range of light aircraft. The PPL license is used for recreational purposes but is also the starting point for the aspiring Commercial Pilot.
Duration
6 – 12 months
flight hours
Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
The Commercial Pilot License (CPL) is for aspiring professional pilots. This license allows you to transport both passengers and cargo. After completing your Commercial Pilot License at Bucephalus Air, you will enter the professional aviation world and work in a highly professional environment.
The moment you graduate from Bucephalus Air, you will be a very safe and above-average pilot. Your training at Bucephalus Air will always be our top priority.
Duration
12 – 18 months
flight hours
Instrument Rating
For the aspiring professional pilot, the instrument rating takes you into the world of advanced flight, giving you the capability of flying, navigating, and landing in instrument weather conditions. You will have encountered the basics of instrument flight during your night rating training.
Duration
6 – 7 months
flight hours
Night Rating
A Night Rating affords the competent Private Pilot the chance to conduct operations at night. It increases the versatility and skill of the pilot as flying at night requires comprehensive judgment to conduct a flight safely and effectively. It is a requirement for the Commercial Pilot to have a Night Rating and it’s also the practical second step to take towards the Commercial License.
Duration
2 – 3 weeks
flight hours
Instructors Rating
A Grade 3 Flight Instructor Rating allows you to give flight training for a Private Pilot License (PPL) and a Commercial Pilot License (CPL).
Duration
3 – 4 months
flight hours
Multi-Engine Rating
The Multi-Engine Rating allows you to operate as Pilot-In-Command of an aircraft with more than one engine. This puts you a step above the rest in the professional pilot world.
Duration
2 – 3 weeks
flight hours
Initial Turbine Rating
The Initial Turbine Rating is your first step towards the exciting world of Turbines. The Course is designed to give you the best theoretical and actual flying experience for your first Turbine Rating
Duration
2 – 3 weeks
flight hours
Language Proficiency
The International language for Aviation is English and in order to gain your first License you will need a minimum level 4 in English Language Proficiency.
Duration
1 day
Radio Proficiency
In order to gain a PPL or CPL License a pilot needs a Restricted or General Radio Proficiency Certificate. We offer both Restricted and General radio courses at our Academies.
Duration
1 day
