After Your PPL
Where your licence
takes you next
Your PPL is the starting point. Whether you want to fly further, in more conditions, or work towards a commercial licence — here's what's available and how it works at Fife Flight Centre.
Possible next steps
Ratings
Night rating
Fly after dark
Ratings
Additional ratings
IR(R), complex aircraft, FI
Hours
Hour building
Experience and currency
Commercial
Fastrack route
CPL / ATPL with Aeros
Start here
Keeping current
How do I keep my PPL current?
Your licence doesn't expire, but your medical does, and passenger privileges require regular flying. Here's what you need to stay current.
All articles
How do I keep my PPL current?
Medical renewal, passenger currency, and FFC's biennial check requirement
What is the night rating?
Requirements, what the training looks like, and keeping the rating current
What other ratings can I add to my PPL?
IR(R), complex aircraft, aerobatics, and the instructor rating
What is hour building and do I need it?
Building experience after your PPL and hiring at FFC
What is the Fastrack commercial route?
An enrolled two-phase programme — PPL to Night Rating at FFC, then CPL/ME/IR/UPRT via Aeros