{"id":23,"date":"2024-06-07T16:19:57","date_gmt":"2024-06-07T16:19:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/?page_id=23"},"modified":"2024-06-13T10:04:48","modified_gmt":"2024-06-13T10:04:48","slug":"become-a-pilot","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/index.php\/become-a-pilot\/","title":{"rendered":"BECOME A PILOT"},"content":{"rendered":"<div  class='flex_column av-1p2eb-3cf55ef655d6c4a07beca32cec19a034 av_two_third  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_one_third  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div  '     ><div  class='avia-video av-lx92msol-09391634932dcb47af5308cf9c5b6965 avia-video-16-9 av-no-preview-image avia-video-load-always av-lazyload-immediate av-lazyload-video-embed'  itemprop=\"video\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"  data-original_url='https:\/\/youtu.be\/mQsB0R2zYvQ'><script type='text\/html' class='av-video-tmpl'><div class='avia-iframe-wrap'><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Aeroclub Of Lebanon: 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heading-color\" aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue8c9' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello'><\/div><h3 class='iconbox_content_title '  itemprop=\"headline\" >What age can I start learning aviation?<\/h3><\/header><div class='iconbox_content_container '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>As per local regulations, 18.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><footer class=\"entry-footer\"><\/footer><\/article><br \/>\n<article  class='iconbox iconbox_left av-lx938wde-63d2422c44834c1e45de32f82e510444  avia-builder-el-4  el_after_av_icon_box  el_before_av_icon_box '  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class=\"iconbox_content\"><header class=\"entry-content-header\"><div class=\"iconbox_icon heading-color\" aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue8c9' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello'><\/div><h3 class='iconbox_content_title '  itemprop=\"headline\" >Can I enroll in aviation courses if I wear glasses?<\/h3><\/header><div class='iconbox_content_container '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Yes, you can enroll in aviation courses if you wear glasses, provided your vision is correctable to the standards required for a Class 2 medical certificate.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><footer class=\"entry-footer\"><\/footer><\/article><br \/>\n<article  class='iconbox iconbox_left av-lx93de5f-bdfec902879139d037192acf7285b07c  avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_icon_box  avia-builder-el-last '  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class=\"iconbox_content\"><header class=\"entry-content-header\"><div class=\"iconbox_icon heading-color\" aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue81c' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello'><\/div><h3 class='iconbox_content_title '  itemprop=\"headline\" >Have more questions?<\/h3><\/header><div class='iconbox_content_container '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Check our <strong>F<\/strong>requently <strong>A<\/strong>sked <strong>Q<\/strong>uestions here below.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><footer 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class='av-inner-tab-title'>Private Pilot Licence<\/span><\/span><span class=\"av-tab-arrow-container\"><span><\/span><\/span><\/a><a href='#instrument-rating' data-av-tab-section-title='2' class='av-section-tab-title  av-lx4x909l-9-07dc58c4ce0ae2ba7f400ee834c7f5db av-tab-with-icon av-tab-no-image ' role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='av-tab-section-1-2'><span class='av-tab-section-icon' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue8de' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello'><\/span><span class='av-outer-tab-title'><span class='av-inner-tab-title'>Instrument Rating<\/span><\/span><span class=\"av-tab-arrow-container\"><span><\/span><\/span><\/a><a href='#frequently-asked-questions' data-av-tab-section-title='3' class='av-section-tab-title  av-lx4x909l-9-3-8596049a0abed2143f24936dbf227012 av-tab-with-icon av-tab-no-image ' role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='av-tab-section-1-3'><span class='av-tab-section-icon' aria-hidden='true' data-av_icon='\ue81e' 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id=\"style-css-av-lx4x909l-59185f5874ca5e98cda8891a14190735\">\n.av-layout-tab.av-lx4x909l-59185f5874ca5e98cda8891a14190735{\nvertical-align:top;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='av-tab-section-1-1' class='av-layout-tab av-lx4x909l-59185f5874ca5e98cda8891a14190735 av-animation-delay-container  avia-builder-el-7  el_before_av_tab_sub_section  avia-builder-el-first  av-active-tab-content __av_init_open ' data-av-deeplink-tabs=\"\" data-av-tab-section-content=\"1\" data-tab-section-id=\"private-pilot-licence\"><div class=\"av-layout-tab-inner\"><div class=\"container\"><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-lx4wh6dj-32a4495c384d0833058d53d8b26a3a5e\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-lx4wh6dj-32a4495c384d0833058d53d8b26a3a5e{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-lx4wh6dj-32a4495c384d0833058d53d8b26a3a5e .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-lx4wh6dj-32a4495c384d0833058d53d8b26a3a5e 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The requirements for obtaining a PPL are set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), though the specific regulations and standards can differ significantly from one country to another. Our comprehensive training program ensures that students meet both the ICAO guidelines and our local aviation regulations, preparing them thoroughly for safe and competent private piloting.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<div  class='flex_column av-1zo17-7283aa0661e8e7b36868dcd849ed4a22 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-10  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-5cj7-f3ada539a34ffd963e3ad08e1ba22b1f\">\n.avia-image-container.av-5cj7-f3ada539a34ffd963e3ad08e1ba22b1f img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-5cj7-f3ada539a34ffd963e3ad08e1ba22b1f .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-5cj7-f3ada539a34ffd963e3ad08e1ba22b1f av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-11  avia-builder-el-no-sibling '   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-69 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-69 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Graduation-1030x567.jpg\" alt='' title='Graduation'  height=\"567\" width=\"1030\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Graduation-1030x567.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Graduation-300x165.jpg 300w, https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Graduation-768x422.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Graduation-1536x845.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Graduation-2048x1127.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Graduation-1500x825.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Graduation-705x388.jpg 705w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class='flex_column av-oyh3-d2c726c2a50af8d813447bfc8b518784 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-12  el_after_av_one_half  avia-builder-el-last  flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><div  class='togglecontainer av-lx4xdrs2-247a97bdd01ec1f7af8f215563f01273  avia-builder-el-13  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  toggle_close_all' >\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-lx4xdhz6-a67ed445414a8a6f4e1848e499e31f4b'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-1' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-1'>Requirements<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-1' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><ul>\n<li>Be at least 18 years of age<\/li>\n<li>Hold a valid Medical Certificate Class I or II<\/li>\n<li>Completed a minimum of 40 hours private pilot ground school covering: Air law, Aircraft General Knowledge, Principles of Flight, Flight Performance and Planning, Navigation, Meteorology, Operational Procedures, Human Performance and Limitations and Communications<\/li>\n<li>Completed a minimum of 42 hours private pilot flight training including the following:\n<ul>\n<li>15 hours of dual instruction flight time including 3 hours cross country and 5 hours instrument time<\/li>\n<li>10 hours solo flight time including 5 hours flight a minimum of 150 nautical miles, in the course of which full stop landings at two different aerodromes shall be made<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Within the 12 months preceding the date of application for the license applicant shall have successfully completed a flight test<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-lx4xdp7m-3c7b0062a92c11ab841713759a8acedb'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-2' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-2'>Rates<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-2' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Based on the above minimums and a minimum of 6 months:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>On Tecnam P92JS &#8211; OD-SAA &#8211; 13.500 USD<\/li>\n<li>On Cessna 172SP &#8211; OD-AAA &#8211; 16.500 USD<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>Prices are subject to change without prior notification, please call us for confirmation.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-lx4x909l-9-07dc58c4ce0ae2ba7f400ee834c7f5db\">\n.av-layout-tab.av-lx4x909l-9-07dc58c4ce0ae2ba7f400ee834c7f5db{\nvertical-align:top;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='av-tab-section-1-2' class='av-layout-tab av-lx4x909l-9-07dc58c4ce0ae2ba7f400ee834c7f5db av-animation-delay-container  avia-builder-el-14  el_after_av_tab_sub_section  el_before_av_tab_sub_section  ' data-av-deeplink-tabs=\"\" data-av-tab-section-content=\"2\" data-tab-section-id=\"instrument-rating\"><div class=\"av-layout-tab-inner\"><div class=\"container\"><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-lx4wh6dj-8-0185d24ba132d04d87698a674fb8cdeb\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-lx4wh6dj-8-0185d24ba132d04d87698a674fb8cdeb{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-lx4wh6dj-8-0185d24ba132d04d87698a674fb8cdeb .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-lx4wh6dj-8-0185d24ba132d04d87698a674fb8cdeb .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-lx4wh6dj-8-0185d24ba132d04d87698a674fb8cdeb av-special-heading-h3  avia-builder-el-15  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag'  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Instrument Rating<\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-lx4wgqyb-7-175957678501575bf71800ef3ed99510 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Instrument Rating (IR) refers to the qualifications a pilot needs to fly under instrument flight rules (IFR). It involves additional training beyond the Private Pilot License (PPL), covering rules and procedures for instrument flying, advanced meteorology, and intensive training in flying solely by reference to instruments. For most private pilots, the primary benefit of IFR is the ability to fly in instrument meteorological conditions, such as inside clouds.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<div  class='flex_column av-1zo17-6-43b8a917d16b777e82eafa063b5af2aa av_one_half  avia-builder-el-17  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-5cj7-5-41ec5d30139e8d53908a518aeec4b360\">\n.avia-image-container.av-5cj7-5-41ec5d30139e8d53908a518aeec4b360 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-5cj7-5-41ec5d30139e8d53908a518aeec4b360 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-5cj7-5-41ec5d30139e8d53908a518aeec4b360 av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-18  avia-builder-el-no-sibling '   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-27 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-27 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/PPL-1030x579.jpg\" alt='' title='PPL'  height=\"579\" width=\"1030\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/PPL-1030x579.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/PPL-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/PPL-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/PPL-705x396.jpg 705w, https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/PPL.jpg 1366w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class='flex_column av-oyh3-4-02bfb8cdbc73de50cfb0f085133ef545 av_one_half  avia-builder-el-19  el_after_av_one_half  avia-builder-el-last  flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><div  class='togglecontainer av-lx4xdrs2-3-ee235fd43a60416d5eb6c306e0e3f14e  avia-builder-el-20  avia-builder-el-no-sibling  toggle_close_all' >\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-lx4xdhz6-2-fdc536944c8bb2c754039d6011a23e87'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-3' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-3'>Requirements<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-3' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><ul>\n<li>Be at least 18 years of age<\/li>\n<li>Hold a valid Medical Certificate Class I or II<\/li>\n<li>Hold a valid Private Pilot Licence (Aeroplane)<\/li>\n<li>Completed a minimum of 70 hours instrument rating ground school covering: Air law, Aircraft General Knowledge, Compass and Instruments, Flight Performance and Planning, Navigation, Meteorology, Operational Procedures and Human Factors<\/li>\n<li>Completed a minimum of 43 hours Instrument Rating flight training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_toggle_section av-lx4xdp7m-1-28da4108ee725a0086cdcdafbbd0ec4e'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div role=\"tablist\" class=\"single_toggle\" data-tags=\"{All} \"  ><p data-fake-id='#toggle-id-4' class='toggler   '  itemprop=\"headline\"  role='tab' tabindex='0' aria-controls='toggle-id-4'>Rates<span class=\"toggle_icon\"><span class=\"vert_icon\"><\/span><span class=\"hor_icon\"><\/span><\/span><\/p><div id='toggle-id-4' class='toggle_wrap  '  ><div class='toggle_content invers-color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><div id=\"block-yui_3_17_2_1_1554017150810_69923\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\" data-border-radii=\"{\"topLeft\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"value\":0.0},\"topRight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"value\":0.0},\"bottomLeft\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"value\":0.0},\"bottomRight\":{\"unit\":\"px\",\"value\":0.0}}\">\n<div class=\"sqs-block-content\">\n<div class=\"sqs-html-content\">\n<p class=\"\">Based on the above minimums:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>On Cessna 172SP &#8211; 14.500 USD<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><em>Prices are subject to change without prior notification, please call us for confirmation.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"block-b39e027930e7b8908187\" class=\"sqs-block spacer-block sqs-block-spacer sized vsize-1\" data-block-type=\"21\">\n<div class=\"sqs-block-content\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-lx4x909l-9-3-8596049a0abed2143f24936dbf227012\">\n.av-layout-tab.av-lx4x909l-9-3-8596049a0abed2143f24936dbf227012{\nvertical-align:top;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='av-tab-section-1-3' class='av-layout-tab av-lx4x909l-9-3-8596049a0abed2143f24936dbf227012 av-animation-delay-container  avia-builder-el-21  el_after_av_tab_sub_section  avia-builder-el-last  ' data-av-deeplink-tabs=\"\" data-av-tab-section-content=\"3\" data-tab-section-id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"><div class=\"av-layout-tab-inner\"><div class=\"container\"><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-lx4wh6dj-8-2-dce29feef5aedf79bfb1f03694115052\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-lx4wh6dj-8-2-dce29feef5aedf79bfb1f03694115052{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-lx4wh6dj-8-2-dce29feef5aedf79bfb1f03694115052 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-lx4wh6dj-8-2-dce29feef5aedf79bfb1f03694115052 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-lx4wh6dj-8-2-dce29feef5aedf79bfb1f03694115052 av-special-heading-h3  avia-builder-el-22  el_before_av_tab_container  avia-builder-el-first '><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag'  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n<div  class='tabcontainer av-lx93gj6w-6cde57cf5666ccb0130cd6cf5201d522 sidebar_tab sidebar_tab_left  avia-builder-el-23  el_after_av_heading  avia-builder-el-last  border_tabs' role='tablist'>\n<section class='av_tab_section av_tab_section av-lx93ghn7-4cd9b2373f24cbf9ce66d99e914c9a93'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='tab active_tab' role='tab' tabindex='0' data-fake-id='#tab-id-1' aria-controls='tab-id-1-content'  itemprop=\"headline\" >General info<\/div><div id='tab-id-1-content' class='tab_content active_tab_content' aria-hidden=\"false\"><div class='tab_inner_content invers-color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><ul>\n<li><strong>What types of aviation courses do you offer?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>We offer Private Pilot License (PPL), Instrument Rating (IR), and other specialized aviation training programs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Where is the AeroClub of Lebanon located?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The Aero Club of Lebanon is located at Rafic Hariri International Airport in Beirut, Lebanon.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_tab_section av_tab_section av-x2lr-49d1cb62460771465c982aa550fa52d0'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='tab' role='tab' tabindex='0' data-fake-id='#tab-id-2' aria-controls='tab-id-2-content'  itemprop=\"headline\" >Enrollment and Eligibility<\/div><div id='tab-id-2-content' class='tab_content' aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class='tab_inner_content invers-color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><ul>\n<li><strong>What are the eligibility requirements to enroll in a course?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Eligibility requirements vary by course but generally include being at least 18 years old, medical fitness, and a certain level of educational background (usually high school diploma or equivalent).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Do I need prior flying experience to enroll?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>No prior flying experience is needed to enroll in the Private Pilot License (PPL) course.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>How do I apply for a course?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Applications can be submitted online through our website or in person at the club&#8217;s office. Detailed application instructions and required documents are provided on our website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_tab_section av_tab_section av-x2lr-5-1cd2863683b96cf1a6faf3f4662bb5b4'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='tab' role='tab' tabindex='0' data-fake-id='#tab-id-3' aria-controls='tab-id-3-content'  itemprop=\"headline\" >Training and Curriculum<\/div><div id='tab-id-3-content' class='tab_content' aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class='tab_inner_content invers-color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><ul>\n<li><strong>What does the training program include?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The training program includes ground school (theory) and practical flight training. Topics covered include aviation regulations, navigation, meteorology, aircraft operations, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>How many flight hours are required to complete the PPL?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The PPL course requires a minimum of 45 flight hours, including solo and dual instruction flights.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>What type of aircraft will I be flying?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>We primarily use single-engine piston aircraft, such as the Cessna 172, for training purposes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Who are the instructors?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Our instructors are highly qualified and experienced pilots certified by the Lebanese Civil Aviation Authority.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_tab_section av_tab_section av-x2lr-4-b690a36c5f49163174851a395ac55d77'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='tab' role='tab' tabindex='0' data-fake-id='#tab-id-4' aria-controls='tab-id-4-content'  itemprop=\"headline\" >Costs and Financial Information<\/div><div id='tab-id-4-content' class='tab_content' aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class='tab_inner_content invers-color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><ul>\n<li><strong>How much does the training cost?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Training costs vary depending on the course. Detailed fee structures are available on our website or can be obtained by contacting our office.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is financial aid or payment plans available?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>We offer flexible payment plans to help manage the cost of training. Please contact our admissions office for more information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_tab_section av_tab_section av-x2lr-3-e7ac34b7013c8e8ec1a1598f44d560c1'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='tab' role='tab' tabindex='0' data-fake-id='#tab-id-5' aria-controls='tab-id-5-content'  itemprop=\"headline\" >Medical and Health Requirements<\/div><div id='tab-id-5-content' class='tab_content' aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class='tab_inner_content invers-color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><ul>\n<li><strong>Do I need a medical certificate?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Yes, a medical certificate issued by an authorized aviation medical examiner is required. For the PPL, a Class 2 medical certificate is needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Where can I get the medical examination done?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The medical examination can be done by any authorized aviation medical examiner in Lebanon. A list of authorized examiners is available on our website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Can I enroll in aviation courses if I wear glasses?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Yes, you can enroll in aviation courses if you wear glasses, provided your vision is correctable to the standards required for a Class 2 medical certificate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_tab_section av_tab_section av-x2lr-2-9adbf479b1c61284150bb3a9e2b631d1'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='tab' role='tab' tabindex='0' data-fake-id='#tab-id-6' aria-controls='tab-id-6-content'  itemprop=\"headline\" >Career and Advancement<\/div><div id='tab-id-6-content' class='tab_content' aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class='tab_inner_content invers-color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><ul>\n<li><strong>What are the career prospects after obtaining a pilot license?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>While obtaining a PPL is a great first step, additional training and certifications are typically required to pursue a career as a commercial pilot. The PPL can be the foundation for further aviation studies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Can I make a pilot career by enrolling in the PPL at the Aeroclub of Lebanon?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>The PPL is an excellent starting point for a career in aviation. However, to become a professional pilot, you will need to pursue further training and obtain additional licenses, such as a Commercial Pilot License (CPL), which is not offered by the Aeroclub of Lebanon.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<section class='av_tab_section av_tab_section av-x2lr-1-75ed4b9764c31cab2a9bbc2d8e6bf289'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='tab' role='tab' tabindex='0' data-fake-id='#tab-id-7' aria-controls='tab-id-7-content'  itemprop=\"headline\" >Other Questions<\/div><div id='tab-id-7-content' class='tab_content' aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class='tab_inner_content invers-color'  itemprop=\"text\" ><ul>\n<li><strong>Do you offer discovery flights or trial lessons?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Yes, we offer introductory flights for those who want to experience flying before committing to a full course. These can be booked through our office.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>What is the schedule for the courses?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Course schedules are flexible and can be tailored to fit students&#8217; availability. We offer both full-time and part-time options.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>What language are the courses conducted in?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Courses are conducted primarily in English, as it is the international language of aviation. However, some instruction may be available in Arabic.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Is housing available for students?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>We do not provide on-site housing, but we can assist international and out-of-town students in finding nearby accommodation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Can I visit the Aeroclub of Lebanon before enrolling?<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Yes, prospective students are welcome to visit our facilities and meet with our staff. Please contact us to schedule a visit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-23","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/23","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23"}],"version-history":[{"count":33,"href":"https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/23\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":441,"href":"https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/23\/revisions\/441"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/aeroclublebanon.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}