South Africa - Apply for Paraglider Pilot License

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for Paraglider Pilot License, the applicant has to approach the CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY link
2. The applicant needs to complete a training program with a certified paragliding school. The training will cover the necessary knowledge and skills required to operate a paraglider safely, including takeoff, flight, landing, and emergency procedures.
3. The applicant will need to complete a minimum number of flight hours and demonstrate competence in flying a paraglider.
4. The applicant will need to pass a written exam, which will test their knowledge of paragliding theory, weather, aerodynamics, and other related topics.
5. The exam is usually conducted by a certified paragliding school or a designated examiner.
6. Also, the applicant has to pass a practical exam, which will test his/her flying skills and ability to handle different situations.
7. The practical exam will usually involve several tasks, such as takeoff, flying a designated course, landing, and dealing with emergencies.
8. All the test tasks will be completed one by one.
9. After successful completion of all the tests and the training.
10. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
11. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
12. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
13. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
14. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
15. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
16. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
17. Then the application will be processed further.
18. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
19. The applicant will get the license through mail or by visiting the office.
20. This entire process can be completed within 1- 2 months or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Passport size photographs
• The skills test report signed by an examiner or flight engineer instructor
• A valid class 1 or 2 medical certificate.
• Proof of the applicant's age
• Hold a restricted or general radiotelephony certificate.
• Medical certificate
• Training certificate
• Documentary proof of passing the theoretical knowledge examination
• Documentary proof of the required experience
• Documentary proof of the successful completion of the appropriate training
• A certified true copy of a valid commercial or airline transport pilot license held by the applicant
• A certified true copy of the B Sc Aeronautical Engineering degree held by the applicant

Office Locations & Contacts

CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY – SOUTH AFRICA
Midrand Office
Khaya Lokundiza, Building 16
Treur Close, Waterfall Park
Bekker Street, Midrand
Tel: 0860 267 435
E-mail: [email protected]
International Tel: +27 860 267 435

Postal Address:
Private Bag X 73, Halfway House 1685

Southern Region Office
North Wing, 2nd Floor
Oval Business Park, Freight Road
Cape Town International Airport 7525
Contact Centre: 0860 267 435
Tel: 021 – 934 4744
Fax: 021 – 934 1326

Postal Address
PO Box 174, Cape Town International Airport 7525

Midrand office link
Southern Region Office link

Eligibility

• Any 17 years old and above the age.
• Completion certificate holder of paraglider training.
• Degree holder in aeronautics.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 1 – 2 months or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Postal address
• Cell phone number
• Identity number
• Medical fitness details
• Passport number
• Email ID
• Fax
• Qualification
• Signature
• Date

Need for the Document

• In South Africa, a paraglider pilot's license is known as the Powered Paraglider Pilot License or PPL. This license allows individuals to fly powered paragliders or paramotors, which are small motorized aircraft that consists of a motor, a propeller, and a paraglider wing.

Information which might help

• It's important to note that regulations and requirements for obtaining a PPL may vary by country, so if the applicant is interested in obtaining a paraglider pilot license, it's essential to check the specific requirements and regulations of the country in which his/her wishes to fly.

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