Privileges & Validity
• Enhances pilot skills in preventing and recovering from unusual attitudes and upsets
• Mandatory for commercial pilot training (Advanced UPRT), but also available as an optional course for PPL holders
• Improves safety and confidence in handling unexpected flight situations
• Validity: unlimited once completed (training certificate does not expire)
Entry Requirements
• Minimum age: 17 years
• Hold a valid PPL(A) or higher
• Medical certificate: Class 2
• RT (radiotelephony) license and LPE level 4+ for radio communication
Flight Training
• Advanced UPRT (mandatory for CPL/ATPL):
• Minimum of 5 hours theoretical knowledge instruction
• Minimum of 3 hours dual flight instruction in an aeroplane certified for intentional spins
• Optional UPRT for PPL holders:
• Tailored training focusing on prevention, recognition, and recovery from upsets and unusual attitudes
• Training completed at an ATO
• No skill test required (course completion certificate issued)
Rules & Regulation
• Based on Part‑FCL in EASA Regulation (EU) No. 1178/2011, including:
• FCL.745.A: upset prevention and recovery training requirements
• AMC/GM to Part‑FCL: guidance for UPRT course content and delivery
Advanced Flight Training
1. UPRT
Upset Prevention & Recovery Training
Prepare for the Unexpected. Respond with Confidence.
Loss of control remains one of aviation’s greatest risks—however, with the right training, it’s one you can overcome. Therefore, our UPRT program is built around one clear goal: giving you the tools to recognize, prevent, and recover from unexpected flight upsets.
Moreover, conducted in full compliance with EASA standards and taught by experienced instructors, this essential training is delivered professionally and passionately—ultimately because your safety is our priority.
Build resilience. Enhance your safety. Be ready for anything.
Privileges & Validity
• Perform aerobatic maneuvers as PIC on applicable aircraft within EASA member states
• May be combined with other privileges (e.g. PPL, SEP, Night Rating)
• Validity: unlimited (rating does not expire)
• Medical certificate: Class 2
• No revalidation or renewal required
Entry Requirements
• Minimum age: 17 years
• Hold a valid PPL(A) or higher
• Medical certificate: Class 2
• RT (radiotelephony) license and LPE level 4+ for radio communication
Flight Training
• Minimum of 5 hours aerobatic flight training, including:
• Aircraft familiarization
• Basic aerobatic maneuvers (loops, rolls, spins)
• Advanced maneuvers (stall turns, Immelmanns, recovery from unusual attitudes)
• Safety and emergency procedures
• Training completed with an ATO or DTO
• No skill test required (competency signed off by the instructor)
Rules & Regulation
• Based on Part‑FCL in EASA Regulation (EU) No. 1178/2011, including:
• FCL.800: requirements and privileges for aerobatic ratings
Advanced Training
2. Aerobatics
Step beyond conventional flight and discover a new dimension of aircraft mastery. In fact, our Aerobatics course—based in Rotterdam or Lelystad—not only sharpens your skills but also builds unmatched situational awareness, ultimately elevating your flying to a new level of precision.
Whether you’re preparing for competition flying or simply aiming to become a more confident pilot, you will find thatour dedicated instructors and well-equipped aircraft together create the ideal environment to push your boundaries safely, consistently, and professionally.
Discover the thrill. Learn the discipline. Fly with control, in control.
Privileges & Validity
• Act as PIC on tailwheel-equipped aircraft within EASA member states
• May be combined with other privileges (e.g. PPL, SEP, Night Rating)
• Validity: unlimited (endorsement does not expire)
• Required medical: Class 2
• No revalidation or renewal required
Entry Requirements
• Minimum age: 17 years
• Hold a valid PPL(A) or higher
• Medical certificate: Class 2
• RT (radiotelephony) license and LPE level 4+ for radio communication
Flight Training
• The training consists of a minimum of 5 flight hours in a tailwheel aircraft, covering:
• Aircraft familiarization and handling
• Tailwheel takeoffs, landings, and ground handling techniques
• Crosswind procedures and groundloop prevention
• Stalls and recovery exercises
• Emergency procedures and flight safety
• Conducted at an approved ATO or DTO
• No skill test required—competency is signed off by the instructor
Rules & Regulation
• This endorsement is issued in accordance with EASA Part-FCL, including:
• FCL.700 & FCL.710: Additional class ratings
• Based on EU Regulation 1178/2011
Advanced Training
3. Tailwheel endorsement
Step into the world of traditional flying and sharpen your hands-on control, because with our Tailwheel Endorsement, you’ll not only master the unique handling of tailwheel aircraft but also gain skills essential for vintage, bush, andaerobatic flying. Moreover, there’s no expiry and no skill test—just pure airmanship, signed off by experienced instructors.
Ultimately, tailwheel flying starts here.