RA-AUS RECREATIONAL PILOT CERTIFICATE (RPC)
Overview
The Recreational Pilot Certificate (RPC) is administered by Recreational Aviation Australia (RA-Aus). This certificate is designed to allow pilots to enjoy flying for fun at an affordable price.
The RPC is a great place to start whether you are looking at flying for recreational or professional purposes.
Completion of the course will not only give you an RPC but a Tailwheel Endorsement to enjoy the freedoms of Bush Flying and other fun flying activities.
- What can you do?
- Fly a single-engine RA-Aus registered aircraft:
- Up to 600kg
- Up to 2 seats
- Day time only
- Within 25 nautical miles – get a Navigation Endorsement to unlock more destinations
How old must you be?
While you can learn to fly from any age, you cannot go solo before you are 15. As a result we don’t recommend that you conduct many lessons before the age of 14.
What are the medical requirements?
Your medical health should be of the equivalent to hold a private motor vehicle license. If you are over the age of 75 or have other certain medical conditions you may require a letter from your GP. If you’re unsure please contact us.
- What can you add?
- Passenger Carriage Endorsement
- Cross Country Endorsement
- Aerobatic Endorsement
- Upset Prevention and Recovery
- Recreational Pilot Licence
- Click here to learn more here about our other endorsements you can add to your license.
What aircraft do we use for the course?
Eurofox 2K – Click here for the aircraft information.
- Minimum legal flying requirements to obtain a Recreational Pilot Certificate:
- 20 hours total in Aircraft
- 15 hours with an Instructor
- 5 hours solo
- Note: Certificate will be issued once a student reaches competency standard and passed a flight test. Most students average 25 – 30 hours to reach the required standard.
How much does it cost?
You can see our hourly rates for dual and private hire here.