PRIVATE PILOT LICENCE | EAST AFRICAN CIVIL AVIATION ACADEMY

Private Pilot License (PPL) Program Details

Entry-level pilot training for those who want to fly for personal recreation and private transportation.

Category	Details
Program Name	*Private Pilot License*
Program Duration	5 months.
Qualification	The applicant must have 5 credits in science subjects at O'level & must have passed english with atleast a credit. The Applicant must have obtained at least two principal passes at “A” level, one of which should have been in either Mathematics or Physics or equivalent. A relevant University degree from any internationally recognized institution would be an added advantage. For International candidates must equate their academic documents with Uganda National Examination Board or National Council for Higher Education where applicable.
Certification	UCAA Private Pilot License (PPL)
Training Modules	Aircraft General Knowledge Air Law & Regulations Meteorology Operations Procedures Radio Telephony General Navigation with Radio Aids Principle of Flight Flight Planning and Monitoring Human Performance Limitations
Flight Training	45 hours total flight time (minimum) 25 hours dual instruction 10 hours solo flight 5 hours cross-country navigation 5 hours instrument familiarization
Entry Requirements	The applicant must be aged above 17 years. Valid Class 2 Medical Certificate English language proficiency
Aptitude Test	The Applicant must pass an aptitude test prepared by the Academy with at least 70% pass mark. NOTE:All students admitted for Ab-initio courses shall be subjected to an aptitude test.
Tuition Fees	6,000USD (Ugandan students) 12,000USD (International students) Pay-as-you-fly options available Apply Now

Why Choose Our Private Pilot License Course?

Internationally Recognized

Certificate recognized by aviation authorities and employers worldwide.

Blended Learning

Combination of classroom, online, and practical airside training.

Career Opportunities

Prepares you for roles in airport operations, ground handling, and more.

Safety First Approach

Emphasis on developing a strong safety mindset for airside operations.

Meet Our Instructors

Learn from seasoned airside safety professionals with extensive airport operations experience.

Captain Mulindwa Frank

Head Of Training Piloting School

Captain Mlay Roderick

Chief Ground Instructor

Mr. Engwau Mackay

Chief Engineering Instructor

What Our Students Say

"The practical part of Aircraft maintenance at Soroti flying school is the best so far, you need to explore yourself."

Engineering Student.

"The instructors' real-world experience made all the difference. I now see airside areas with completely different eyes."

Pilot Student.

"This course exceeded my expectations. The Air Naviagation module alone was worth the investment."

EAST AFRICAN CIVIL AVIATION ACADEMY

Private Pilot License Course