Private Pilot Licence (PPL) – First Step to Flying

Duration: Approximately 3–5 months (full-time)

Minimum 45 hours total flying time:
- 25 hours dual instruction (with instructor)
- 15 hours solo flight time (including 5 hours solo cross-country)
Training aircraft: Cessna 172
Optional: Basic instrument flying (recommended)
See cost estimates here

Here are the main uses of a Private Pilot Licence (PPL):

Fly for fun or recreation – explore the skies and travel for personal enjoyment.
Carry passengers – take friends or family flying (but not for payment).
Fly during the day and in good weather – under Visual Flight Rules (VFR).
Rent or own an aircraft – legally operate light aircraft.
Travel within or across countries – fly to different destinations on your own schedule.
Build flight hours – start logging experience toward a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL).
Access remote locations – reach areas not easily accessible by road.
Participate in flying clubs or aviation events – engage in aviation communities and activities.
Conduct some non-commercial flying tasks – like search and rescue (as a volunteer), aerial photography (if unpaid), etc.
Continue training – use it as a stepping stone to higher licences like CPL or Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL).

Then pls can you post steps to Commercial Pilot’s Licence…

Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) – For a Career in Aviation

Duration: Approximately 8–10 months (full-time)

Minimum 200 hours total flying time:
- 100 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC)
- 50 hours cross-country flying
- 20–40 hours instrument flight time (depending on whether pursuing an Instrument Rating)
- 5 hours night flying
Optional: Multi-Engine Rating

Pass the CPL flight test (approximately 2 hours in the aircraft and 1 hour in the simulator)
Obtain an Instrument Rating if desired

Note: The duration of both PPL and CPL courses may vary based on individual aptitude and commitment.

For more detailed information, you can visit the Lanseria Flight Centre’s official website:

Here are the main uses of a Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL):

Fly aircraft for hire or reward – legally get paid to fly.
Work as a charter pilot – fly passengers or cargo for private air charter companies.
Become a flight instructor – teach student pilots (with additional instructor rating).
Tow gliders or banners – earn money by performing aerial tasks.
Do aerial surveying or photography – conduct commercial aerial operations.
Fly for bush flying operations – operate in remote or rugged areas.
Build hours toward airline qualifications – log time needed for an Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL).
Conduct scenic flights or tourism flying – fly sightseers over tourist attractions.
Work for government or law enforcement – patrols, rescue missions, etc. (in some roles).
Fly in crop dusting or aerial application – agriculture-related operations (with proper training).