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The EU LAPL is defined in the Regulation (EU) No. 1178./2011. Compared to the ICAO licence on the level of a PPL the requirements, skill tests, and privileges are lowered. The rules and requirements for the license are stated in Part-FCL of the Regulation (EU) No. 1178./2011.
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For balloons, holders of an LAPL may act as pilot in command of hot-air balloons or hot-air airships with a maximum of 3,400 m envelope capacity or gas balloons with a maximum of 1,260 m, carrying a maximum of 3 passengers.
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When the United Kingdom left the EASA system at the end of 2020, EASA Part-FCL was retained in UK law as UK Part-FCL. As such, the UK continues to issue LAPLs, however these are not compatible with the EASA LAPL.
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For helicopters, holders of an LAPL may act as pilot in command of single-engine helicopters with a maximum certificated take-off mass of 2,000 kg or less, carrying a maximum of 3 passengers.
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of single-engine piston aeroplanes or touring motor gliders with a maximum certificated take-off mass of 2,000 kg or less, carrying a maximum of 3 passengers.
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LAPL applicants must be at least 17 years old for aeroplanes and helicopters, or 16 years old for sailplanes and balloons.
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To use the licence, an LAPL holder needs to have, in the last 24 months, as pilot of an aeroplane or TMG:
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For sailplanes, holders of an LAPL may act as pilot in command of sailplanes and powered sailplanes.
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member states and the United Kingdom. Unlike most other licences, it is not covered by the
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framework and is usually not able to be used in other states or regulatory areas.
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12 hours of flight time as pilot in charge, including 12 take-offs and landings,
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refresher training of at least 1 hour of total flight time with an instructor.
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Separate LAPLs are issued for aeroplanes, helicopters,
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