
In Europe, civil aviation authorities issue licences based on common EASA standards. Standards vary, and PPLs are not automatically recognised by other countries, but in some countries the holder of a foreign PPL may obtain permission to fly on a temporary basis. Private pilot licences are issued by the civil aviation authority of each country. Different PPLs are available for different categories of aircraft, such as aeroplane, helicopter, airship, etc, and are not interchangeable, although experience from a PPL in one category may be credited towards the issue of another. According to ICAO, an applicant must be at least 17 years old, demonstrate appropriate knowledge and skill, and hold at least a Class 2 medical certificate. The basic licence requirements are determined by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), but implementation varies from country to country. Earlier issues were printed on card stock and designs varied.Ī private pilot licence ( PPL) or private pilot certificate is a type of pilot licence that allows the holder to act as pilot in command of an aircraft privately (not for remuneration). A 2006 plastic private pilot certificate from the United States.
