Features

INTUITIVE DASHBOARD

QUICK FLIGHT ENTRY

LICENCE PROGRESSION

Simplified Progress Tracking Keeps You on The Right Path

As you log flights, complete exams, and fulfill prerequisites, FlightPath automatically ticks off the corresponding requirements. This provides instant feedback and a clear sense of accomplishment.

Conveniently Log Your Adventures in the Sky

Designed to make recording your flight time quick, intuitive, and accessible from any device, allowing you to focus on the joy of flying rather than the burden of paperwork.

PPL Requirements

Unlock Your Wings: Important Legal Steps for Your PPL: To earn your SACAA Private Pilot License and experience the freedom of flight, you'll need to meet specific legal requirements. 

Here are a few to get you started:

  • Be at least 17 years old.
  • Hold a valid aviation medical certificate.
  • Hold a restricted aeronautical radiotelephony certificate.
  • Have a valid Student Pilot Licence (SPL) or equivalent recent pilot licence experience.
  • Complete training at an approved flight school (ATO).
  • Pass theoretical knowledge exams.
  • Pass a practical flight skills test.

Flight Requirements:

  • A minimum of 45 hours total flight time in aeroplanes over 450 kg MCM.
  • At least 25 hours of dual flight instruction.
  • At least 15 hours of solo flight, including 5 hours of cross-country. This solo cross-country must include one triangular flight of at least 150 NM with landings at two different aerodromes at least 50 NM from base.
  • A maximum of 5 hours of dual instruction can be done in an approved flight simulator.

It's important to consult the official South African Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs) and the associated South African Civil Aviation Technical Standards (SA-CATS) 61 for the most accurate and up-to-date information.