Description
Remote Online Tutor-Led Course | Approx. 6 hours | UK CAA PPL
The PPL Theory Refresher Course provides learners with the knowledge and skills to strengthen their understanding of key theoretical subjects required for the Private Pilot Licence. It focuses on improving accuracy, confidence, and exam performance through structured explanation and practical application.
Participants will revisit core principles in Air Navigation, Flight Performance & Planning, and Load & Balance. The course emphasises exam-focused techniques, problem-solving under time pressure, and correct interpretation of charts, performance data, and calculations to support safe, competent flight operations.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Confidently read and use aeronautical charts
- Perform coordinate calculations accurately
- Apply scale and distance conversions quickly
- Interpret performance graphs correctly
- Calculate CG and mass & balance with confidence
Assessment
This course contains a multiple-choice quiz, which must be completed online and graded immediately with a passing score of 80%. If you fail, you can re-attempt it, and tutor support can be provided upon request.
Suitability
Who should do this course?
This course is suitable for PPL students preparing for theoretical knowledge exams, licence holders who want to refresh their understanding, and pilots returning to flying after a break.
It is intended for those seeking to strengthen their confidence in Air Navigation, Flight Performance & Planning, and Load & Balance, particularly where additional revision or structured guidance is needed.
Pre-requisites
This course is suitable for those with no prior knowledge. To access the content, learners must have access to the Internet and an individual email address.
Certificate
This course does not provide a formal qualification, but you will receive a certificate of completion that can also be placed in your logbook to demonstrate your commitment to continuous learning.