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Passing the Oral Test for the PPL
(Updated on 14th March 2021) I have been getting requests from many people looking for advice on what kind of questions come up during the oral test for the PPL. Examiners are required to test a student’s knowledge and for many, this can be the most stressful part of the testing process. As part of […]
Passing the EASA Flight Test and EASA Oral Test
(Updated on 4th March 2021) The EASA Skill Test When a PPL student finishes their training the instructor has to prepare them for the EASA PPL skill test. The skill test involves a flight test and an oral test. As a student, you must pass both of these. The oral test is normally completed before […]
The ICAO Flight Plan
(Updated on 25th February 2021) The Flight Plan Correct use of the flight plan is essential for all pilots. In Ireland, flight plans can be filed by the following methods: Telephone Fax Electronically (IAA Website) In-flight This post will primarily focus on how to complete the written version of the ICAO flight plan. Students are […]
Passenger Briefing
(Updated on 20th February 2021) Passenger Briefing – Why? As pilots, when we take passengers flying, it is very easy to assume that they have a level of knowledge that they do not actually have. Many of your passengers will never have been in a helicopter before and it is our job to explain to […]
