TP 12880
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- General
- Examinations
- Air Law
- Navigation
- Meteorology
Applicants for the Private Pilot Licence-Aeroplane Category shall demonstrate their knowledge by writing a Transport Canada multiple-choice examination on subjects contained in this guide. Applicants must be able to read the examination questions in either English or French without assistance.
| Examination | Questions | Time Limit | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Pilot-Aeroplane (PPAER) | 100 | 3 hours | 60% |
This examination is sectionalized into four mandatory subject areas and requires an overall pass mark of 60%. As well, the candidate must achieve 60% in the following four subject areas:
| Mandatory Subjects | |
|---|---|
| AIR LAW | Air Law and Procedures |
| NAVIGATION | Navigation and Radio Aids |
| METEOROLOGY | Meteorology |
| AERONAUTICS -
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE |
Airframes, Engines, and Systems
Flight Instruments Flight Operations Human Factors |
Questions fall under one of the four mandatory subject areas. However, there may be occasions where knowledge from another section is required to arrive at the correct response. For example, a practical question on fuel calculations under NAVIGATION may require knowledge of VFR fuel requirements under AIR LAW.
Applicants who obtain less than 60% on the overall examination will, for licensing purposes, be required to rewrite the complete exam, as specified in CARs 421.26.