Who this page is for
This public PPL page is for student pilots preparing for the South African Civil Aviation Authority Private Pilot Licence theory exams, including students also working toward Restricted Radio and related PPL-level ratings. It is exam preparation, not flight training.
PPL subjects covered
Principles of Flight
Core aerodynamics and aircraft behaviour questions aligned to the SACAA PPL syllabus.
Meteorology
Weather theory, observations and operational weather decisions used in PPL exams.
Air Law
Rules of the air, licensing and South African aviation regulations at PPL level.
Navigation
Map reading, heading, track, time and basic navigation problems.
Flight Planning
Mass and balance, performance and planning items that appear in PPL papers.
Human Performance
Limitations, fitness, decision-making and cockpit discipline.
Aircraft General Knowledge
Systems, engines, instruments and airframe knowledge for light aircraft.
What you get with a PPL / SFI subscription
- SACAA-style practice questions by subject, section and topic
- Mock exams based on the SACAA question breakdown
- Concise study material and exam supplements
- Progress tools so you can see which topics still need work
- Optional custom exams when your air school or lecturer activates them
PPL / SFI pricing
Prices below follow the current PilotExams homepage. Confirm the total on the subscriptions page before you pay. Registration is free.
| Plan | Price | Effective monthly |
|---|---|---|
| 1 month | R 395.00 | R 395.00 |
| 3 months | R 945.00 | R 315.00 |
| 6 months | R 1,775.00 | R 295.83 |
| 12 months | R 1,695.00 | R 141.25 |
| Handbooks (set of 7) | R 2,700.00 | Includes 6 months subscription free |
PPL / SFI access covers Principles of Flight, Meteorology, Air Law, Navigation, Flight Planning, Human Performance and Aircraft General Knowledge.
Disclaimer: Prices are published for guidance only and may change without notice. The amount charged at checkout on PilotExams is the price that applies. Subscription terms, included subjects and handbook bundles can be updated at any time.
How to prepare for SACAA PPL theory
- Register free on PilotExams and choose the PPL / SFI course type.
- Work subject by subject against the official SACAA PPL syllabus.
- Use topic quizzes first, then full mock exams under timed conditions.
- Review every explanation, not only the score.
- Retake weak sections until the result is consistent.
Related licences
Moving on after PPL? See CPL exam preparation, ATPL exam preparation and Instrument Rating exam preparation. Formal online ground school with a CAA Attendance Certificate is offered separately at AeroCBT.