
Aviation, Transport and Logistics Aviation Piloting
This course is also on the list of <Professional Training and Examination Refund Scheme> under <Maritime and Aviation Training Fund>. Eligible applicants will be refunded 80% of their fees, subject to a maximum of HK$30,000 (whichever is less) of the fees.
This programme is based on the syllabus for the Private Pilot's Licence (Aeroplanes) published by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) of the Australian Government. It contains four articulated modules which will lead to the Private Pilot Licence (PPL) level of training. Industry graded flight simulator is available for students' practice (with Aeroplane model Cessna C172) throughout the programme.
本課程旨在培育私人飛機師專業人材,課程根據澳洲政府民航安全局(CASA)發出的私人飛行員執照(飛機)(PPL)的大綱而設計,包含空氣動力學、飛機結構、航例、飛行操作、導航及氣象學等理論。課程由專業導師任教,並採用模擬Cessna C172飛機機型的飛行模擬器進行培訓。
Students who have completed all four modules (70% Attendance) plus a pass in each module assessment within 36 months will be awarded a Certificate in Australian Private Pilot License Training by HKU SPACE. The course is jointly organized by Hong Kong Flight Training Centre (www.hkftc.com).
This programme contains 4 articulated modules which will lead to a Private Pilot Licence (PPL) level of training.
Learning schedule (for new students)
Please find class schedules under "Class Details" session.
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Part B |
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A2 |
B1 |
B2 |
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Schedule |
Mar-May 2023 |
Mar - Jun 2023 |
Jan - Apr 2023 |
Sep - Dec 2023 |
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May-Aug 2023 |
Sep - Dec 2023 |
Sep - Dec 2023 (TBC) |
Jan - Apr 2024 (TBC) |
Schedule |
Sep - Dec 2023 |
Jan - Apr 2024 (TBC) |
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Jan - Mar 2024 |
Mar - Jun 2024 |
Jan - Apr 2024 (TBC) |
May - Aug 2024 (TBC) |
- Total 140 hours for the Certificate Course; 35 hours per module (14 meetings); Students must complete all four modules in sequence (A1 -> A2 -> B1 -> B2) within 36 months.
- Calvin Lau (Director) or other tutors from Hong Kong Flight Training Centre
(A1) First Solo Module
Introduces general aviation and knowledge of flying.
Application Code: 2085-1617AW
Application Commencement: 27 Mar 2023
Application Deadline: 3 May 2023
Date / Time |
Theory class (12 meetings): |
Next class: Sep 2023
(A2) Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL) Module
(Pre-requisite: First Solo Module)
With an Australian RPL licence, students may carry passengers to fly in designated areas where they have been trained. This module will focus more on specific topics that are required for qualified solo flying and prepare students to attend the Basic Aeronautical Knowledge (BAK).
Application Code: 2075-2021AW
Application Commencement: 10 Jan 2023
Application Deadline: 1 Mar 2023
Date / Time |
Theory class (12 meetings): |
Next class: Sep 2023
(B1) Navigation & Meteorology Module
(Pre-requisite: RPL Module)
This module will cover two essential topics – navigation & meteorology – for obtaining the full PPL.
Application Code: 2065-1168AW
Application Commencement: 5 Oct 2022
Application Deadline: 20 Dec 2022
Date / Time |
Theory class (12 meetings): |
Next class: Sep 2023
(B2) Performance & Planning Module
(Pre-requisite: Navigation & Meteorology Module)
The details of aircraft performance and flight planning will be discussed. A mock PPL theory test will be conducted at the end of the module.
Application Code: TBC
Application Commencement: TBC
Application Deadline: TBC
Date / Time |
Theory class (14 meetings): |
Next class: Sep 2023
Remarks
* A class will be split into 2-3 groups for simulation practice class. Exact time (afternoon / evening) will be announced by tutor.
# HKU SPACE reserves the right to make changes on the timetable if necessary.
## HKU SPACE reserves the right to cancel a course in case of insufficient enrollment or unforeseen difficulties arising from running the course.
Class Size
Around 40 students (First Come First Served)
Class venue
- Theory class: Centre at HK Island (Fortress Tower Learning Centre (Fortress Hill), Island East Campus (North Point) or HPCC Campus (Causeway Bay))
- Simulation practice class: Island South (Pokfulam) Campus
- Students will be informed the class venue 2 weeks before the class starts.
For Certificate in Australian Private Pilot Licence Training, applicants shall have gained:
- Level 2 in English Language in the HKDSE Examination;
OR - Level 2 in English Language in the HKCEE in or after 2007;
OR - Grade E in English Language (Syllabus B) or Grade C in English Language (Syllabus A) in HKCEE before 2007.
- Applicants with other equivalent qualifications will be considered on individual merit.
- HK$4100 per module
- HK$800 (Learning package for Part A - RPL Pilot Instruction Kit. Fee should be submitted to tutor in the 1st lesson of First Solo Module)
- HK$1480 (Learning package for Part B - PPL Pilot Instruction Kit. Fee should be submitted to tutor in the 1st lesson of Navigation and Meteorology Module)
- The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100
CEF Courses | ||
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Certificate in Australian Private Pilot Licence Training 澳洲私人飛機駕駛牌照理論證書 |
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COURSE CODE 33C105748 | FEES $16,400 | ENQUIRY 2587-3236 |
First Solo (Module from Certificate in Australian Private Pilot Licence Training) | ||
COURSE CODE 33Z10575A | FEES $4,100 | ENQUIRY 2587-3236 |
Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL) (Module from Certificate in Australian Private Pilot Licence Training) | ||
COURSE CODE 33Z10611A | FEES $4,100 | ENQUIRY 2587-3236 |
Navigation and Meteorology (Module from Certificate in Australian Private Pilot Licence Training) | ||
COURSE CODE 33Z105768 | FEES $4,100 | ENQUIRY 2587-3236 |
Performance and Planning (Module from Certificate in Australian Private Pilot Licence Training) | ||
COURSE CODE 33Z105776 | FEES $4,100 | ENQUIRY 2587-3236 |
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Continuing Education Fund This course has been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. |
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Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Course (selected modules only) Some modules of this course have been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. |
Certificate in Australian Private Pilot Licence Training
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Enrolment MethodApplicants should submit following items to any HKU SPACE Enrollment Centers:
-- Completed application form
-- Course fee
-- Proof of qualifications (1 photocopy) (Please bring along the original copy for verification)
Application for Module Exemption
Applicants must:
-- completed related theory training and/or practice flight training
Supporting documents must be provided
(e.g. certificate of theory training and log book of practice flight training)
-- submit application to programme team by email (angel.cya.chow@hkuspace.hku.hk ) before class's application deadline
-- submit application fee: HK$500 per module (Max. 2 modules, non-refundable)
-- attend and pass a test for related module
1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay
Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.
2. Cheque Or Bank draft
Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and the applicant’s name.. You may either:
- bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
- or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard
Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.
4. Online Payment
Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (course enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, continuing students of award-bearing programmes, if their programmes offer online service, may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay and Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment for details.
Notes
- If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolement Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circustance.
- Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque or PPS (for online payment only) will normally be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will normally be reimbursed to the payment cardholder's credit card account.
- In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
- Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
- Receipts will be issued for fees paid but HKU SPACE will not be repsonsible for any loss of receipt sent by mail.
- For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to "HKU SPACE" to any of our enrolment centres.
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