ATPL Theory - Distance Learning

The major advantage of Distance Learning is that it can be completed in your own home and at your own pace. However, with OAA you are never alone in your studies, as you will have the full support of our professional instructors either at the end of the telephone or via email. Online support comes in the form of a web-based “Virtual College” which allows you to communicate with Oxford Aviation Academy and with other students. It also provides a library of animated graphic sequences which can be be viewed online to assist in the learning and retention of the more complex topics.

The course is divided into 2 separate phases. The phases are split into 18 frames, each of which will take approx 15 hours of study to complete. At the end of each frame you will be required to complete an assessment test.

It is a JAA requirement that you complete at least 10% of your training in a classroom environment. This we achieve through our 2 week Skills Revision Classes which are run on a regular basis throughout the year. You have to complete a total of 4 weeks of Skills Revision Classes through our Distance Learning course - 2 weeks for each phase.

We only require you to pay for your home study course when you enroll and then you simply pay for your Skills Revision Classes as you take them. You will never pay for any one specific Skills Revision Class more than once - but you may repeat your attendance at that specific class on a future date at no extra charge.

What is Included? [click here to expand]

As an ATPL Distance Learner with OAA you will:

become a registered Oxford student
receive a set of Oxford ATPL text books together with supporting software
benefit from expert instruction - through regular feedback and online support
benefit from a carefully constructed course with regular assessment of your progress
receive two-weeks of Skills Revision classes before each set of JAA examinations
gain access to our virtual college for online support and communication with other students
receive free Classroom Revision Training in the event of failing an examination paper

Summary - Distance Learning Course (DL) - 650 Hours

If you prefer a more flexible approach to learning than is offered by a full-time course, then a Distance Learning option might be the sensible route for you. OAA’s approved Distance Learning course is supported both through the Internet and through computer-based CD-ROM tutors.

This approach is less expensive and can be completed over an extended time frame if required. The course is completed in two phases.

OAA Minimum Entry Requirements

A minimum standard in maths, science and English
PPL issued in accordance with ICAO Annex 1

Course Design

Ground Training

530 Hours Home Study & Tests
120 Hours Classroom Revision (4 Weeks Full-Time)

NOTES

All text books, Student Guide and Examination Preparation CD ROM included.
The exams may be undertaken at any CAA Examination Centre.
You are required to attend four-weeks of Skills Revision classes. These are priced per week.
Shorter courses are available for experienced professional pilots.
Quoted study times for Distance Learning represent average times only. Actual times may vary considerably depending upon individual experience and abilities.
Helicopter Pilot students are required to complete an additional Principles of Flight Rotary examination.