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Excellentia Pilot Training - Commercial Pilot Licence

Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL)

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The Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) course prepares pilots for professional flying by building on the foundational skills gained during the PPL. It covers advanced flight planning, navigation, aircraft systems, performance calculations, and complex airspace operations. Students complete extensive dual and solo flight training, including cross-country and instrument flying. Theoretical studies include subjects like meteorology, air law, human performance, and flight performance. A CPL allows pilots to be paid for flying and is an essential step toward an airline career.

Excellentia Pilot Training - CPL
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CPL Course Details

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  • Ground briefings

  • Full time theoretical and ATPL ground school

  • 6 ATPL Subjects

  • 8 commercial exams and additional IR and General Radio Licence

  • 210 hours total flying time

  • 100 hours solo hour building

  • 65 hours of simulator training

  • ​MCC and CRM

  • Duration 18 Months – including PPL and Night Rating when taken as a single package

Entry Requirements

  • PPL with Night Rating

  • 18 years of age on qualification

  • English Language Proficiency Level (min level 4)

  • SA Aviation Medical Class 1

  • Practical flight test must be undertaken with a SACAA approved designated flight examiner within 36 months of having passed the theory exams

Qualifications

  • South African CAA Commercial Pilot Licence with Frozen ATPL Credits

  • Multi Engine Class Rating

  • Instrument Rating

  • MCC, DG and CRM

  • Flight for reward as per SACAA regulations and standards

  • Flight in IMC day or night

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