Training and licences

From your PPL to a frozen ATPL, this topic explains the licences, ratings and training routes under EASA Part-FCL and other authorities. Compare integrated and modular training, see what MCC and a type rating add, and plan each step towards the airline cockpit.

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  1. 01GUIDEHow modular and integrated training workModular training builds upon the private pilot licence (PPL) with separate theory and practical stages, whereas integrated courses cover all training continuously...14 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
  2. 02GUIDEWhat is a CPL: privileges, requirements and trainingA commercial pilot licence (CPL) is a pilot licence that allows you to fly for pay, for example for sightseeing flights or as co-pilot in commercial air transport.18 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
  3. 03GUIDEHow does a type rating work?Type rating training includes theoretical knowledge instruction, simulator training and line training under supervision, followed by a skill test.14 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
  4. 04GUIDEHow to prepare to become a flight instructorPrepare by logging sufficient flight experience, holding the required licences and medical certificate, and practising your teaching skills.13 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
  5. 05GUIDEPrivate pilot licence: costs, duration and requirementsA private pilot licence allows you to fly non-commercial flights as pilot in command, requiring medical certification, theory exams and practical flight training.9 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
  6. 06GUIDEWhat is MCC: multi-crew cooperation training explainedMCC stands for Multi-Crew Cooperation and is a certificate required for a frozen ATPL, aiming to introduce the multi-crew concept, airline SOPs, checklists and speed.11 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
  7. 07GUIDEWhat is Part-FCL and how are pilot licences regulated?Part-FCL is the EASA European regulation for pilot licences and ratings.10 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
  8. 08GUIDEATPL refresherRefresh your ATPL theory: all 13 subjects summarised. Useful for pilots changing airlines or keeping their knowledge up to date.updated 10 Oct 2026
  9. 09GUIDEATPL vs MPLThe difference between ATPL and MPL explained: frozen ATPL, full ATPL, CPL, Multi-crew Pilot Licence. Pros and cons, and views from pilot discussions.updated 10 Oct 2026
  10. 10ANSWERHow much does a CPL cost?As an indication, a modular pilot route including the CPL costs roughly €65,000 to €100,000 (2026 prices).17 sources · updated 2 days ago
  11. 11ANSWERWhat are the requirements for a CPL?A CPL requires at least 200 flying hours, including 100 hours PIC of which 20 hours cross-country. You must be at least 18, hold a Class 1 medical and speak good English.11 sources · updated 10 Oct 2026
  12. 12ANSWERWhat are the requirements for a frozen ATPL?A frozen ATPL comprises passed ATPL theory exams, a CPL with instrument rating and multi-engine rating, and an MCC certificate; the full ATPL(A) requires an MPL, or a...21 sources · updated 25 Oct 2026
  13. 13ANSWERWhat is an ATPL?An Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) allows a pilot to serve as pilot-in-command in commercial air transport. Under EASA rules, applicants for an ATPL must be at...4 sources · updated 2 days ago

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From your PPL to a frozen ATPL, this topic explains the licences, ratings and training routes under EASA Part-FCL and other authorities. Compare integrated and modular training, see what MCC and a type rating add, and plan each step towards the airline cockpit.

13 articles

  1. GUIDEHow modular and integrated training work14 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
  2. GUIDEWhat is a CPL: privileges, requirements and training18 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
  3. GUIDEHow does a type rating work?14 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
  4. GUIDEHow to prepare to become a flight instructor13 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
  5. GUIDEPrivate pilot licence: costs, duration and requirements9 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
  6. GUIDEWhat is MCC: multi-crew cooperation training explained11 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
  7. GUIDEWhat is Part-FCL and how are pilot licences regulated?10 sources · updated 11 Oct 2026
  8. GUIDEATPL refresherupdated 10 Oct 2026
  9. GUIDEATPL vs MPLupdated 10 Oct 2026
  10. ANSWERHow much does a CPL cost?17 sources · updated 2 days ago
  11. ANSWERWhat are the requirements for a CPL?11 sources · updated 10 Oct 2026
  12. ANSWERWhat are the requirements for a frozen ATPL?21 sources · updated 25 Oct 2026
  13. ANSWERWhat is an ATPL?4 sources · updated 2 days ago

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