Private Pilot License

A Private Pilot Licence (PPL) grants you the legal right to act as the pilot-in-command (PIC) for non-commercial flying on aeroplanes or touring motor gliders (TMGs).

Light Aircraft License

A cost effective course for the operation of small aircraft

LAPL to PPL Conversion

Convert your light aircraft license to a private pilot license.

Night Rating

Enables a pilot to operate an aircraft during night-time hours under visual flight rules (VFR).

Instrument Rating Restricted

Enables pilots to safely fly or land their aircraft in adverse weather conditions.

Masson Aviation

Flight Training School in London Elstree Aerodrome

Masson Aviation is a flight training academy based in London. With an aim to make flight training accessible and flexible for everyone, we offer a range of programmes using an impressive fleet of aircraft models.

Whether Private Pilot Licence (PPL), Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), or one-off Trial Lessons, we customise our flight training programmes by taking into account all types of budgets and time commitments.

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Take to the Sky

Mason Aviation is a flight training academy based in London. With an aim to make flight training accessible and flexible for everyone, we offer a range of programmes using an impressive fleet of aircraft models.

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PPL : Private Pilot License PPL

LAPL : Light Aircraft License LAPL

IR(R) : Instrument Rating IR(R)

VFR : Night Rating VFR

PPL Flight Training

A Private Pilot Licence (PPL) grants you the legal right to act as the pilot-in-command (PIC) for non-commercial flying on aeroplanes or touring motor gliders (TMGs).

While some may seek a PPL ground school for leisure or recreational purposes, it also serves as a key stepping stone for those aspiring to become professional airline pilots.

You can learn the principles of flight and obtain a PPL License in as little as 45 hours.

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LAPL Flight Training

The LAPL, or Light Aircraft Pilot Licence, is a new type of UK-only pilot licence specific to the operation of small aircraft that is extremely cost-effective.

It is a great option for those who may not be able to get a full Class 2 Medical Certificate or just want to engage in leisure flights within the UK.

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Instrument Rating

The Instrument Rating (Restricted) is also known as Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC) Rating.

The IR(R) enables pilots to safely fly or land their aircraft in adverse weather conditions.

Achieving the IR(R) demands focus and readiness, but in return, it will elevate your aerial expertise and imbue you with a newfound sense of self-assurance.

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Night Rating

Our Night Rating course in London is the perfect programme to help further your flying career, whether you are pursuing it professionally or for leisure.

A night rating enables a pilot to operate an aircraft during night-time hours under visual flight rules (VFR).

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