Light Aircraft Pilot Licence

What can I do with my LAPL?

The LAPL will allow the holder to act as Pilot in Command in non-commercial operations on single engine piston aeroplanes under 2,000 kgs.

  • Fly during daylight hours in visibility greater than 3km remaining in sight of the surface at all times.

  • Carry a maximum of 3 passengers without payment once you have completed 10 hours as PIC. Sharing aircraft costs and expenses is allowed.

  • All your flying must be carried out within the UK.

What are the pre course requirements?

  • Ability to pass a LAPL Medical exam. Click here for more info.

  • Ability to speak English to ICAO level 4. Click here for more info.

  • No previous aviation or flying experience is required!

One of our PPL Students on a fly out to Kemble - December 2021

What does the LAPL course involve?

The CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) mandate a certain minimum requirements in order to obtain a LAPL. These include:

  • 30 Hours flight training

    • 15 dual (with an instructor)

    • 10 solo

    • 5 solo/dual

    • 1 cross country navigation flight of at least 150 km (80 nautical miles) including one full stop landings at an aerodrome that is different to the departure.

  • 9 Ground theoretical exams with ground school

  • Skills test pass (at the end!)

  • Minimum ages to consider

    • 14 to start logging your flights

    • 16 to fly solo

    • 17 to achieve your licence

  • LAPL Medical Certificate (this is required before first solo)

    • Find your local Aeromedical Examiner here.

  • Radiotelephony exam and English language proficiency check.

Where can I go with my LAPL?

The possibilities are endless. At SEMET Aviation we encourage you throughout your flying with us to explore, discover and find new places to go!

  • Lunch in the Isle of Wight

  • A weekend in the highlands

  • Upgrade from LAPL to a full Private Pilot Licence (PPL)

Piper PA28 — G-CLGA

How much does a LAPL cost?

We are pleased to offer three affordable LAPL options in our Cessna 152, Gold, Silver and Bronze.

If you would rather pay-as-you-fly or use your own aircraft for training, please click here.

Gold - £7,799

  • 30 Hours Flight Training (Including briefings and de-briefings)

  • 9 Ground Theory Exams

  • 9 Hours of ground school with Instructor

  • 3 Hours in the SEMET Simulator with Instructor or Mentor

Silver - £7,650

  • 30 Hours Flight Training (Including briefings and de-briefings)

  • 9 Ground Theory Exams

  • 9 Hours of Ground school with Instructor

Bronze - £7,500

  • 30 Hours Flight Training (Including briefings and de-briefings)

Aircraft Upgrades:

Cessna 172 - £450
Piper PA28 - £1,350
Diamond DA40 - £3,150

Diamond DA40 — G-DZKY

Can I pay for my LAPL in blocks of hours?

Absolutely, we offer the ability to pay for your flight training in 15 hour blocks. These prices include headset hire, Blackbushe landing and circuit fees and all briefings and de briefings.

Cessna 152 - £3,495

Piper PA28 - £4,170

Cessna 172 - £4,170

Diamond DA40 - £5,070

Can I pay for training per hour?

Below is our dual training member rate. This includes the aircraft, instructor, landing and circuit fees, headset hire and all briefings and de briefings.

Cessna 152 - £245

Piper PA28 - £290

Cessna 172 - £290

Diamond DA40 - £350

A Student membership is required for all LAPL training. The Student membership is £15 per month.

Cessna 172 — G-BTMA

I am already training elsewhere. What are my options?

It’s actually quite easy to change training school. Please see our informative document for more information.

Transfer of Records Document

Can I do a trial lesson?

We would recommend completing a trial lesson prior to starting your flight training. The trial lesson will count towards your LAPL training and will give you a taste of what flight training involves. Prices start from £119.

How do I book?

Please call 01483 363 078 or email theteam@semetaviation.co.uk to organise a trial lesson!

Terms and Conditions

  • Student membership is not included and is payable separately. Student membership is £15 pcm.

  • If you require more flight training on top of our packages this will be charged at our ‘Pay as you go’ dual training rate.

  • Changing aircraft is allowed however the difference in price per hour will be charged.

  • Flight Training will be completed out of Blackbushe unless agreed separately.

  • Refunds will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis. We will always endeavor to accommodate our customers where we can.

  • Prices for our products are subject to change without notice.

  • It is the students responsibility to organise training and other course requirements.

  • A fuel surcharge may apply.

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