Ultralight flying (SPL) – training content
The training consists of theoretical and practical parts. The exact values can vary slightly per flight school. The theory covers, among other things, air law, navigation, meteorology, aerodynamics, technology and human performance.
This content forms the basis for a safe understanding of flight operations. The practical part includes flight lessons with an experienced flight instructor, during which take-off, landing, emergency procedures and various flight manoeuvres are trained. In addition, training includes preparation and follow-up of flights, weather briefings and flight planning.
The aim is to gradually empower the students to act independently and responsibly in the cockpit and prepare them optimally for the exams.
Contents of the UL training (SPL)
| Range | Content/focuses |
|---|---|
| Requirements | Minimum age 16 years (single flight), 17 years for licence; aero-medical certificate (class 2 or LAPL-Medical) |
| Theoretical training | Air Law, Navigation, Meteorology, Engineering/Behaviour in Special Cases, Human Performance, Air Communications, Basic Flight Planning |
| Theoretical theoretical test | Multiple-choice exam at an aerial sport or aviation association; exam in all subjects mentioned above |
| Practical training | At least about 30 flight hours (part of which is solo); starts & Landings, circling, navigation, emergency procedures, safety landings |
| Sole phase | Multiple solo rounds, outdoor landing exercises, emergency procedures |
| Cross-country | At least one cross-country flight over approximately 150 km with landing at a foreign airfield |
| Radio-broadcasting authorisation (BZF I/II) | Required for controlled airspace; radio education often integrated into UL training |
| Practical test drive | Final test flight with an examiner: navigation, manoeuvres, emergency procedures |
| Extensions (optional) | Passenger rating, towing rating, transfer/training to other classes (e.g. TMG, Echo-Class on further licenses |