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The aim of the Multi-Engine Piston (MEP-Land) Class Rating course is to train the pilot to fly safely and efficiently under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) in Multi Engine Piston Land aeroplanes.
Pre-entry Requirements
Before commencing the MEP (L) Class rating course at Griffon Aviation, a pilot shall:
The MEP (L) Class Rating course includes a minimum of 7 hours of theoretical knowledge instruction in the form of long briefings, integrated with the flight training and delivered by the flight instructor. Upon completing the theoretical knowledge the applicant shall pass the theoretical knowledge examination paper with 75% covering mainly the Multi Engine aspects before the Skill Test is attempted. This test takes place in our facilities at Pafos Airport.
Flight training comprises 6 hours of dual flight instruction, of which at least 3.5 hours will be instruction in engine failure procedures and asymmetric flight techniques. An optional extra hour of asymmetric circuit training by night may be added to the course if the applicant holds a night rating.
In accordance with article 8 of EU Regulation 1178/2011, a pilot who holds a license issued by an ICAO contracting state that includes MEP (L) privileges may receive credit towards the flight and/or theoretical knolwledge training for the Part-FCL MEP (L) Class Rating. Any credit given will be determined by the Authority on the basis of a recommendation from the Head of Training.
The duration to complete the course is expected to take approximately one week on a full time basis. Training can be stretched over a longer period of time taking into consideration work commitements that the applicant might have. We at Griffon can accomodate the training to meet the needs of individuals.
The cost of the MEP (L) is €2570 and is based on the minimum training requirements (flight training of 6 hours). Price also includes all theoretical instruction of 7 hours, VAT(19%), instructor and landing fees where applicable. If any training is required over and above the course hours the applicant will be charged the aircraft hourly rate. Skill test, exam and DCA fees are not included on the above price.
Should you require any further information related to this course, please do not hesitate to contact us.
No. Most students have no prior experience at the beginning of airplane training.
Furst we recomend that you take an introductory flight lesson. Then get your study materials and book and book an aviation mediacal exam.
An introductroy flight will give you the chance to pilot an airplane for the first time. This will help you decide if you really want to pursue a pilot’s licence plus it will give you a knowledge base for the ground studying.
The study package contains books , maps , a flight computer and much more to help you understand and get the required knowledge to pass all the written exams
The HCAA requires pilots to have regular medical checkups. These are essentially a simple physical exam that you get from a general practitioner doctor who is cerified by the HCAA as an aeromedical examiner. For the initial issuance of a medical certificate you shall visit a certified aeromedical examination center and by the end of the examination you will get the certificate. The renewal of the certificate is done by certified aeromedical examiners every 12-60 months depending on the age of the pilot and the certificate’s class which is issued according to the type of the license (private, commercial etc.)
No. You only need vision that is correctable with glasses or contact lenses.
You should contact us and we will guide you through the whole registration process. We will decide together what method or training option is best for you and then you will take a pre-entry test. After that you will complete a registration form and we will begin a training record for you. That’s all!
Accommodation and car hire can be arranged through our partners at very competitive prices.
You can stay at the recommended accommodation centre in Pafos town with regular bus service to the airport and our offices or alternatively you can stay in Limassol that requires a 45 minute drive to the airport hence a car hire is required.
Griffon Aviation operates from Pafos International Airport, where you will find the airspace much quieter than most European airports.
Pafos International Airport operates with a single runway (11/29) that is 2700 meters long, and has a new fully modernised control tower. All the communications takes place in the English Language. The airport has all the features and amenities that you would expect from an International Airport.
