What is the minimum flight time required for a PPL under CASA regulations?

The minimum flight time required for a Private Pilot License (PPL) under CASA regulations is 40 hours. This includes both dual flying hours with an instructor and solo flying experience. Meeting this requirement ensures that the pilot has sufficient experience to handle various flight scenarios, understand aircraft operations, and apply essential skills for safe flying. The regulation is designed to establish a foundational level of proficiency necessary for pilots to operate light aircraft independently, addressing both theoretical knowledge and practical flying skills.

Options that reflect hours less than 40 are insufficient as they do not meet the regulatory standards requisite for safe private pilot operations. While some flight experience is important, regulations stipulate that aspiring pilots must log at least this minimum to ensure adequate training. Thus, 40 hours is the benchmark set by CASA to guarantee a well-rounded and capable pilot.