Hour Building – Build Flight Hours After PPL
Who is it for?
The Hour Building program is designed for students aiming to accumulate flight hours for higher licenses (CPL/ATPL) or to maintain and enhance their piloting skills. Ideal for pilots in training, PPL(A) graduates, and anyone looking to consolidate real-world flight experience.
Course Objectives
- Accumulate hours required for higher qualifications (IR, CPL, modular ATPL)
- Diversify flight experience with local and cross-country routes to develop navigation skills
- Standardized briefing & instructor support whenever needed
- Optimized cost per hour through smart planning and transparent packages
Example Routes & Flight Profiles
Profile
- Local area + touch & go
- Cross-country 150–200 NM
- Multi-leg routes (2–3 segments)
- Night familiarization (optional)
Scop
- Practice procedures, pattern, precision
- Navigation, wind/drift calculations, reporting points
- Time & fuel management
- Initial exposure to night procedures
Observații
- Crosswind techniques, flare variations
- Plan B/C, alternate aerodromes,
- NOTAM & weather
- Night procedures & navigation Requires NVFR
Recommended Packages
15 hours
Refresh & short routes
- 2–3 cross-country flights
- Focus on procedures, radio, fuel management
From: € 3225
30 hours
Consolidation & route diversification
- 4–6 cross-country flights
- Crosswind exercises, alternate routes
From: € 6150
50 hours
Intensive preparation for IR/CPL
- 8–10 extended cross-country flights
- Time/fuel management & real-life scenarios
From: € 9750
What’s Included
- Standardized safety pre-flight briefing
- Planning support (routes, calculations, weight & balance)
- Instructor supervision at the start (and on request later)
- Logbook & hour-tracking assistance
What’s Not Included
- Variable airport & handling fees (where applicable)
- ATC fees, landings at third-party airfields
- Hours beyond the chosen package
Participation Requirements
- Valid PPL(A) license
- Valid EASA medical certificate (Class 2 or 1)
- Compliance with internal procedures & safety rules
Policies & Best Practices
- Briefing required before each flight
- Go/No-Go decisions based on weather & pilot performance
- Fuel planning with legal reserves + extra
- Debriefing & learning from each route
Fleet & Availability
Flights are conducted on school aircraft (e.g., Cessna 172), maintained to EASA standards. Scheduling depends on available slots and weather conditions.
— FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, if you have NVFR. Dedicated planning is recommended for effective experience.
Yes, they are fully applicable for higher license requirements.
Options available depending on scheduling and regulations.
