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SPL

Student Pilot Licence

Allows a trainee to undertake authorised training and, with the required endorsements, supervised solo flying.

Stage
Initial training
Listed by
5 of 8 authorities

The SPL authority by authority

Each authority names, issues and regulates its own version of this licence.

Authority Local name Medical Minimum age Purpose and requirements
USFAAStudent PilotNot stated16 for aeroplanes; 14 for glidersInitial training and authorised solo flying.
SGCAASStudent Pilot LicenceAppropriate medical assessmentDepends on applicable rulesInitial training and authorisations.
ZASACAAStudent Pilot LicenceNot statedNot statedInitial training and authorised solo flying.
AEGCAAStudent Pilot LicenceNot statedNot statedInitial flight training and authorised solo flying.
CATransport CanadaStudent Pilot Permit (SPP)Not statedNot statedTraining and authorised solo flying under instructor supervision.

Rules, ages and fees change. Confirm current requirements with the authority before you apply.

Plan your SPL

Tell us which authority you want to fly under and where you’re starting from. We’ll help you plan the training.

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