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  • Apply for a PPL (A) using paper forms

    You will need to send us a completed application form and some other documents to apply for a PPL (A).

    You must have already completed a training course at a flight school.

    Application form

    To apply for a PPL (A), use form SRG 1105A.

    What to include with your form

    As well as your completed application form, you will need to send us the following documentation:

    • Proof of identity (certified copy of 1 of the following)
      • passport
      • EU photographic driving licence
      • EU identity card
    • Certified copy of your Class 1 or Class 2 EASA Part-MED medical certificate
    • Your original logbook(s) or certified copies of all relevant pages
    • Examiner's skill test report form (form SRG 2128)
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    • Copy of test notification return email (ask your examiner for this)

    How to get copies of your documents certified

    How to submit your application

    Please send your completed application form and supporting documentation to the following address:

    Shared Service Centre
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    Aviation House
    Gatwick Airport South
    West Sussex RH6 0YR

    Secure courier

    The CAA strongly recommends you use our secure courier service to have your documents returned to you. More information about our secure courier service.

    Additional documentation

    If you are applying on the basis of:

    • UK military service
    • a third-country ICAO licence
    • a skill test conducted by a non-UK-approved EASA examiner

    you will need to send us additional documentation along with your application. Please see the Guidance on documentation section.

    Licence fees and costs

    Please see our Licence costs section.

    Regulations and requirements

    Information on the regulations governing the PPL (A) and information about exact requirements are available in the PPL requirements section.

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    For Flight Crew Regulations please refer to the consolidated version Commission Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011.

    For other regulations such as Part-ORO, Part-ORA, please check the Air Operations regulations.

    • easa.europa.eu/regulations

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