The aim of the National PPL is to devolve the regulation of some recreational flying to ‘Air Sports’ organisations. The licence itself is easier to obtain and easier to maintain than the standard JAR PPL. Medically, this devolution means changing from an aviation medical examination system, using a network of specially qualified doctors, to a declaration of medical fitness by the pilot. To validate this declaration, and to prevent concealment of disease, it has to be endorsed by a doctor with access to your medical records, your General Practitioner (GP). Holders of UK PPLs for balloon, airship and gyroplane flying also use these requirements.

The North Weald Flying Group now offer the opportunity to convert your existing NPPL(M) to an NPPL(A).

Encompassing the minimum requirement for two hours stall/spin awareness training plus one hour instrument flying and appreciation each course is individually structured around your current experience level.

Our own experienced instructors conduct the courses with the flight tests being undertaken by our in-house examiner. The required theoretical examination in Aircraft (General) and Principles of Flight can be taken with us at North Weald as part of your course.

The complete training package is completely self contained within the NWFG. This means your course is totally hassle free and will allow you to reach the required standard as quickly and easily as your schedule and budget allows.

Why use the North Weald Flying Group to conduct your training? We are one the UKs largest flying groups and currently operate five Cessna aircraft from our North Weald airfield base. Having been established for over 10 years our heritage is aircraft hire and advanced flight training. We consider ourselves different from other training establishments in the area in being able to offer:

• A flexible approach to your training to give you the very best value.
• A fleet of well maintained aircraft with excellent availability to suit your schedule.
• One to one instruction with the same instructor for the duration of your course.
• A training package that will allow you to progress seamlessly to
  North Weald Flying Group membership if required to fully utilise your new NPPL(A).
• All weather hard runways and taxiways.
• No landing fees at North Weald.
• Maximum airborne time with none of the expensive holding delays often
  associated with some of the bigger and busier commercial airfields.
• Excellent facilities including a café.

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NPPL-(M)-NPPL-(A) Conversion courses
North Weald Flying Group's NPPL-(M)-NPPL-(A) Conversion courses.