LAPL(A) (light aircraft pilot licence)

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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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    Official sources

    Content reviewed: 2026-11

    For general information only. Always use official sources, your aircraft's flight manual and current national rules for flight decisions.