There are 7 subjects on which examinations are required with a pass mark of 75%. The subjects are:
- Air Law
- Human Performance
- Meteorology (Weather)
- Navigation
- Principles of Flight
- Engines & Instruments.
- Flight Planning & Performance
As from 2 July 2007 the PPL candidates must do these examinations on-line at the CAA offices in Midrand or at CAA Accredited Test Centers.
Powered Flight offers ground schooling in any of the following ways:
- At our facility at Wonderboom Airport, or
- Our Virtual Classroom (Where we allow students to “attend” lectures from home, your office or anywhere else where you have access to a computer and an internet connection)

