In the interest of safety and enjoyment of our hobby it is essential that our members are:

Firstly, proficient to fly his/her aircraft without an instructor, and in such a way that is safe for everyone present.

Secondly, it is a requirement of our insurer that pilots flying on their own do have at least a solo status.

Thirdly, it will provide a challenge for the aeromodeler to advance to the next level of the sport.

All pilots at PRF flying on their own must have done at least a solo test. A solo status is like a drivers license, without it you need an instructor, who will assist you until you have successfully completed a solo test.

Advancing to the next level can be done entirely at your own pace. Getting a solo rating gives purpose and a sense of achievement to each pilot. (See Samaa documentation for more information.)

In conclusion, it is imperative that all pilots are soloed ASAP. New and trainee pilots will be entered into a training program to ensure that they get their solo status ASAP. This will ensure that the pilot knows what is expected of him.

Ongoing testing of currently soloed pilots may be conducted in order to meet with the requirements of our insurance policy.

Pilots, that have been absent from flying more than a year, will need to be retested to ensure that his/her standard of flying meets the required level.

PRF's current training officer is Tony Stockwell, you may contact him if you have any questions or need help with regard to training or proficiency testing.
Tony's contact number is 083 302 5432

Proficiency for Fixed Wing Aircrafts

Proficiency for Helicopters