Structure of the LAPL(A) test
For the acquisition of LAPL (A), two examination areas are required:
✓ Theoretical examination
The theory examination is taken at the competent national aviation authority or the LBA.
It consists of multiple-choice questions in several subject areas.
✓ Practical examination (skill test)
After completion of flight instruction, a practical examination flight shall be conducted with an approved examiner. It is assessed whether the pilot can safely and compliantly fly single-engine aircraft.
LAPL(A) theory test
| Examination subject | Content/focus |
|---|---|
| Aircraft law | Air traffic rules, airspace structures, pilot responsibility |
| Human performance (HPL) | Physiology, stress, pilot performance limits |
| Meteorology | Weather science, cloud formation, fronts, flight weather reports |
| Navigation | Map reading, course calculation, radio navigation |
| Performance and flight planning | Take-off, landing, weight calculations & Focus |
| Aircraft General Knowledge | Aircraft body and systems, engines |
| Operational procedures | Standard procedures, checklists, emergency procedures |
| Basics of flying | Aerodynamics, flight stability, steering effects |
Practical test (skill test)
| Field of skill test | Typical content |
|---|---|
| Flight preparation | Weather check, weight calculation, flight planning |
| Ground procedures | Checklists, roles, radio communication |
| Normal flight | Straight ahead, turns, climbing and descent |
| Manoeuvres | stall detection, slow flight, emergency procedures |
| Take-off and landing | Normal, short and cross wind landings |
| Navigation | Visual navigation, heading, positioning |
| Emergency procedures | Engine failure, safety landing |
Requirements for examination approval
| Conditions | Description |
|---|---|
| Minimum age | 17 years for examination (16 for start of training) |
| Flight experience | At least 30 flight hours, including 15 with flight instructor, 6 solo, 3 overland |
| Medical certificate | Medical class LAPL |
| Completion of theoretical training | Theoretical instruction and passing the theoretical examination |
| Instructor recommendation | Required to participate in the Skill Test |