Multi-Engine Aircraft Rating

Pilots who are serious about aviation and wish to pursue a professional flying career should consider obtaining the Multi-Engine Piston rating MEP(L). When combined with a Commercial Pilot Licence CPL(A), this rating also permits commercial operations, enabling the holder to fly legally for remuneration.

Which rating allows operations on multi-engine aircraft?

Multi-engine aircraft demand a high level of piloting skill. The rating that authorises operations on multi-engine aeroplanes is the MEP(L). It is an additional qualification that can be endorsed on an existing PPL(A) or CPL(A) licence.

What is the MEP(L) rating?

The MEP(L) rating authorises a pilot to operate piston-engine multi-engine land aeroplanes. Anyone pursuing a professional aviation career should consider obtaining this qualification. Multi-engine aircraft are widely used in commercial air transport and are more demanding to operate than single-engine types, being equipped with at least two engines and requiring a higher level of skill and experience.

Requirements for obtaining the MEP(L) rating

The basic requirement to begin MEP(L) training is holding a valid PPL(A) or CPL(A) licence together with a Class 1 or Class 2 aviation medical certificate. In addition, a minimum of 70 flight hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) on single-engine aeroplanes is required.

How does MEP(L) training work?

The training consists of theoretical and practical components. The theoretical course comprises approximately 7–10 hours of classroom instruction, while the practical element consists of a minimum of 6 flight hours with an instructor.

During the course, pilots learn engine failure procedures and techniques for controlling the aircraft under asymmetric thrust conditions, among other topics.