LAPL(A) (light aircraft pilot licence)
Licence & logbook
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The LAPL(A) is a lighter EASA licence for aeroplanes up to 2,000 kg maximum take-off mass with up to three passengers. Training requires at least 30 hours, including 15 hours dual and 6 hours supervised solo.
- German term
- LAPL(A) (Leichtluftfahrzeug-Pilotenlizenz)
- Abbr.
- LAPL(A)
It is valid within EASA states only and uses a LAPL medical. LAPL holders keep privileges through recency rather than a class-rating revalidation.
In practice
Track the LAPL rolling 24-month recency in your logbook so you never fly without valid privileges.
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Content reviewed: 2026-11
For general information only. Always use official sources, your aircraft's flight manual and current national rules for flight decisions.