Aeroclub Saint Martin can help you obtain your French Private Pilot License, valid on all aircrafts in Europe. With this license you will be able to fly on any aircraft in France or French Territory. If your English knowledge is sufficient, you will be able to fly in the entire world in a European Aircraft.
The Private Pilot Licence confers on the holder a privilege to act as the pilot in command of certain kinds of aircraft. The holder may not operate for valuable consideration, i.e. any form of reward, either financial or in kind. However, a PPL holder may carry passengers who make a pro-rata remunerative contribution toward the direct cost of the aircraft operating costs (nb: the pilot’s contribution must be no less than a pro-rata share.)
A Flying Instructor rating may be included, subject to requirements under JAR-FCL (Amendment 5) being satisfied, in a JAR-FCL PPL provided the applicant has successfully completed a number of additional examinations. Such a person giving instruction in flying training may not be remunerated.
Applicants for a Private Pilot Licence must be at least 17 years old, hold a valid Medical Certificate, and have met the specified practical and theoretical training requirements laid down in the legislation. This presently includes 5 written theory examinations (multiple choice questionnaire in French), completing at least 45 hours’ flying training, including at least 15 hours’ solo flying and 20 hours’ instruction.