NPPL (A) to JAA PPL (A)

[Bounce,Bounce,Prang!]

Hi All,

I was just wondering if anyone could enlighten me about the specific flying requirements for 'upgrading' from an NPPL to a PPL? I am aware that the medical is different whilst the ground exams are the same (i.e. no further ground training is required), but what's the story about actual flying required? Cheers.

[AMEandPPL]

I am aware that the medical is different

You are quite right. For the NPPL all that is needed is a certificate from your GP saying, in essence, that he is NOT AWARE of any medical matters which might make you unfit to fly - very negative. Many GP's will complete it without carrying out any examination at all.

A JAR class 2 has to be done by an AME , and does involve a thorough examination, including vision, urine, haemoglobin, BP, ECG etc etc.
A much more positive assessment of your physical condition.

[BEagle]

It's all spelled out in LASORS. See Section C6.2.

Note that where it states, for example, '20 hours of dual instruction with an instructor authorised under JAR-FCL', that does NOT mean an additional 20 hours!

The solo cross-country time stipulated means precisely what it says. So, even though a NPPL permits you to fly with passengers, you must fly the 150nm QX-C alone and unassisted and must be supervised by a JAR-FCL FI.

If you've already passed all the NPPL exams, you don't have to take any others. But if you had certain waivers (e.g. as a service navigator/observer) at NPPL level, you'll have to take those exams.