✈️ Private Pilot License (PPL)
Purpose: Fly for personal and recreational use.
FAA Requirements: Minimum 40 flight hours (20 hours of flight training and 10 hours solo).
GACA Requirements: Similar to FAA, must complete an approved training program and meet medical standards.
Learn More (FAA) Learn More (GACA)🌫️ Instrument Rating (IR)
Purpose: Allows flying in low visibility and bad weather conditions.
FAA Requirements: Requires 50 hours of cross-country flight and at least 40 hours of instrument flight training.
GACA Requirements: Must complete instrument training and pass an exam.
Learn More (FAA) Learn More (GACA)💼 Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
Purpose: Fly for compensation (e.g., as a flight instructor, banner tow pilot).
FAA Requirements: At least 250 flight hours.
GACA Requirements: Must complete additional hours and pass written and practical exams.
Learn More (FAA) Learn More (GACA)👨🏫 Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI)
Purpose: Teach aspiring pilots.
FAA Requirements: CPL holders can apply with additional training.
GACA Requirements: Requires a CPL and meeting specific teaching qualifications.
Learn More (FAA) Learn More (GACA)🛫 Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL)
Purpose: Required for airline captains and senior pilots.
FAA Requirements: Minimum of 1,500 flight hours.
GACA Requirements: Similar, with specified flight hours and qualifications.
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