MODULAR ROUTE
BECOME A commercial PILOT
MODULAR ROUTE TO CPL MEIR (Frozen ATPL)
At Blackbushe Flight Training, we can take you from 0 hours and 0 experience to airline-ready with your CPL MEIR (Frozen ATPL).
This training is fully modular and completed at your own pace, in line with our flowchart.
It is more accessible than the integrated route, and allows students to work and commute whilst they train. Courses are paid for individually, either via packages or on a pay-as-you-go basis. Specific pricing for each course can be found on each course’s dedicated page.
Our flowchart breaks down the route and the hours each module takes to complete. If you have 0 flying qualifications, this setup is designed to be the cheapest and most effective way to obtain your Frozen ATPL with Blackbushe.
MODULAR ROUTE
KEY STATISTICS
9 Modules
From zero to CPL MEIR
200+ HRS TOTAL TIME
From zero to CPL MEIR
125+ HRS PIC TIME
From zero to CPL MEIR
13 ATPL EXAMS
From post PPL to CPL MEIR
HOW DOES THE FLOWCHART WORK?
Our modular flowchart breaks down the courses required to obtain your Frozen ATPL with Blackbushe. Unlike the integrated route, modular flight training allows you to build on top of different modules. You receive your licences and ratings as you progress through the flowchart, and it can be undertaken at your own pace, alongside work or other commitments.
The chart is broken down into 9 columns. Each column represents a “module” you must complete to get to your Frozen ATPL. An overview of each module can be found at the bottom of the table; more information, including pricing, can be found on the course’s specific page on the website.
As you complete a course, you are eligible to get the licence or rating issued straight away. This allows you to progress at your own pace.
MODULAR FLOWCHART HOURS
Flying hours are a key part of training. You must meet certain minimum hours to be eligible for licences, ratings and even future flying jobs. In our flowchart, hours are broken down into 3 separate rows. Dual hours, P1 hours and total hours.
DUAL HOURS
Dual hours are hours you fly with an Instructor. For example, during the instrument rating course.
PIC HOURS
PIC hours are hours you spend as “Pilot in Command”. These are obtained via the PPL course during solo flight, skill tests, but mainly via your hour building. Also know as P1.
TOTAL HOURS
Total hours are your combination of Dual + PIC hours.
MODULAR ROUTE
frequently asked questions
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As a modular school, you can commit as much or as little time as you wish towards your training. We have many students who fly up to five or six times per week, and many who fly once or twice per week. The more time you can commit, the quicker you will be able complete your training.
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We book around 4–6 weeks in advance for all of our courses. For availability and waiting list information, please contact the Operations Team.
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If you have no prior experience, we suggest you have a trial lesson before starting your training with Blackbushe. This ensures you enjoy flying before starting a course! If you are looking to train with us for advanced training, we recommend you come in and meet the team.
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Our courses are paid for either in packages or pay-as-you-go. We do not sell any packages greater than this upfront. Pricing for the courses can be found in the respective course page. If you have any questions or would like any further information please contact the Operations Team.
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You do not need a medical to begin your training with Blackbushe. You will require a minimum of a Class 2 Medical before your first solo, and a Class 1 Medical for your CPL. We highly encourage you to get your medical as soon as possible or before you start.
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For the PPL course, Blackbushe can accept students from 14. However, the minimum age to go solo is 16, and you must be 17 to get your licence issued. As such, we recommend not starting training until you are ~16 years of age. You must be 18 to get your CPL.
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Our modular flowchart is not the only way to obtain your CPL MEIR. We structure it as such as it is the cheapest and most effective way to obtain your CPL MEIR if you have 0 prior experience. If you would like to discuss other routes, or already hold other licences/ratings that may alter requirements, please contact the Operations Team who will be able to provide you with a training plan.
TRAINING AVAILABILITY
Blackbushe Flight Training books 6-8 weeks into the future for all training courses.
For availability information, or to be added to the waiting list, please contact the Operations Team.