Hour Building
As part of the path toward a Commercial Pilot License (CPL), students must complete a total of 200 flight hours, including 100 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC).
During this phase, you’ll lease one of our modern single-engine aircraft to build your required flight experience — logging hours independently while applying the skills you have developed in training.
This is your opportunity to gain confidence, improve decision-making, and enjoy the freedom of flying solo, all while progressing toward your professional goals.
To begin with an hour-building package with Egnatia Aviation, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- PPL(A). For non-EASA or non-UAE GCAA PPL(A) holders, a license conversion is required prior to hour building commencement.
- Medical Fitness: Hold a valid EASA/UAE GCAA Class II Medical Certificate before starting any flight training.
- English Language Proficiency: Hold a valid EASA/UAE GCAA English Language Proficiency Level 4 (minimum).
- Pass the check-out ride to be released for solo flying.
- Modern Training Fleet: Fly with confidence in a state-of-the-art, well-maintained fleet of single-engine training aircraft.
- Multiple aircraft options: Choose between two options of a single-engine aircraft to conduct the flight training in.
- Flexible hour-building packages: Choose between shorter or longer-hour building packages.
- Refresher training: Refresher training may be added to assist you in preparing for the check-out ride.
- Student Support Services: Get help with accommodation, visa assistance (if applicable), and administrative guidance throughout your training.
Looking to advance your aviation career? Our hour building programs are designed for aspiring pilots working towards their Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL). By offering structured and flexible flying opportunities, we help you accumulate the required flight hours — including PIC time, cross-country navigation, and night flying. With access to modern aircraft and experienced support, you’ll build the confidence, skills, and logbook hours needed to take the next step toward becoming a professional pilot.
