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1Under UK Part-FCL, which UK authority issues a Light Aircraft Pilot Licence (LAPL) and administers the associated theoretical knowledge e-Exams?

A.UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)

B.European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)

C.International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)

D.NATS

Explanation: In the United Kingdom, flight crew licensing for LAPL/PPL under Part-FCL is administered by the UK Civil Aviation Authority. CAA GA Theoretical Knowledge e-Exams are sat at ATO/DTO venues via the CAA Customer Portal.

2How many separate theoretical knowledge subjects must a UK LAPL(A) applicant pass?

A.Nine

B.Five

C.Seven

D.Fourteen

Explanation: UK LAPL(A) and PPL(A) theoretical knowledge comprises nine subjects: Air Law, Aircraft General Knowledge, Flight Performance and Planning, Human Performance, Meteorology, Navigation, Operational Procedures, Principles of Flight, and Communications.

3What is the pass mark for each UK CAA LAPL/PPL theoretical knowledge subject paper?

A.75%

B.60%

C.70%

D.80%

Explanation: The UK CAA requires a 75% pass mark in each theoretical knowledge subject. Papers are graded separately; there is no compensating average across subjects, and there is no negative marking.

4Under Part-FCL FCL.105.A, an LAPL(A) holder may act as PIC on single-engine piston aeroplanes (and TMG where rated) with a maximum certificated take-off mass not exceeding:

A.2,000 kg

B.1,200 kg

C.1,500 kg

D.5,700 kg

Explanation: FCL.105.A limits LAPL(A) privileges to aeroplanes/TMG with a maximum certificated take-off mass of 2,000 kg or less, carrying a maximum of three passengers (never more than four persons on board).

5Under Part-FCL, what is the maximum number of passengers an LAPL(A) holder may carry (subject to aircraft seating and other conditions)?

A.Three passengers

B.One passenger

C.Two passengers

D.Nine passengers

Explanation: FCL.105.A allows carriage of a maximum of three passengers such that there are never more than four persons on board. Passenger carriage also requires meeting the post-licence PIC experience condition before carrying passengers.

6When two aircraft are converging at approximately the same altitude, which aircraft has the right of way under SERA / Rules of the Air?

A.The aircraft that has the other on its left

B.The faster aircraft

C.The aircraft that is higher

D.The larger aircraft

Explanation: Under SERA, when two aircraft converge at approximately the same level, the aircraft that has the other on its right shall give way. Therefore the aircraft that has the other on its left (i.e. the one to the right) has right of way, and the give-way aircraft normally alters course to the right.

7When two aircraft are approaching head-on on a reciprocal track at approximately the same altitude, what action should both pilots take?

A.Both alter heading to the right

B.Both climb

C.Both descend

D.The lighter aircraft gives way

Explanation: In a head-on or nearly head-on situation, each aircraft shall alter its heading to the right so that they pass each other on the left.

8An aircraft being overtaken has:

A.Right of way; the overtaking aircraft shall keep out of the way by altering heading to the right

B.No right of way and must turn left

C.Right of way only if it is a glider

D.Right of way only in controlled airspace

Explanation: An aircraft that is being overtaken has the right of way. The overtaking aircraft, whether climbing, descending or in level flight, shall keep out of the way by altering its heading to the right.

9For VFR flight in Class G airspace below 3,000 ft AMSL or 1,000 ft above terrain (whichever is higher), the typical UK/SERA visibility minimum for aeroplanes (when not using a reduced-visibility option) is:

A.5 km

B.1,500 m

C.3 km

D.8 km

Explanation: Under SERA VMC minima for Class G below 3,000 ft AMSL or 1,000 ft AGL (whichever higher), aeroplanes generally require 5 km flight visibility (clear of cloud and with the surface in sight). Confirm the applicable SERA table for airspace class and speed.

10Within how many months, counted from the end of the month of the first attempt, must a candidate normally complete all UK LAPL/PPL theoretical knowledge examinations?

A.18 months

B.6 months

C.12 months

D.36 months

Explanation: Candidates must pass all remaining theoretical knowledge exams within 18 months from the end of the calendar month in which the first exam was attempted.

About the UK CAA LAPL Theory Exam

The UK CAA LAPL(A) theoretical knowledge examination covers the nine Part-FCL ground subjects required for the Light Aircraft Pilot Licence (Aeroplane). Papers are sat as CAA GA e-Exams at an Approved or Declared Training Organisation using the CAA Customer Portal. Learning objectives are published in the CAP2090 series. Each subject needs a 75% pass; candidates typically have 18 months from the first attempt to complete all papers, then 24 months from the final pass to complete flight training and licence issue. LAPL(A) privileges are limited versus a full PPL (e.g. MTOM and passenger limits under Part-FCL), but the theory subjects align with the PPL CAP2090 set.

Assessment

Nine Part-FCL theoretical subjects aligned with PPL/LAPL CAP2090 learning objectives: Air Law; Aircraft General Knowledge; Flight Performance and Planning; Human Performance; Meteorology; Navigation; Operational Procedures; Principles of Flight (Aeroplane); Communications. Each subject is a separate timed MCQ e-Exam.

Time Limit

20–50 minutes per subject (Communications ~20 min; Human Performance ~25 min; Operational Procedures ~30 min; Air Law/AGK/PoF ~35 min; Navigation and Flight Performance & Planning ~45 min; Meteorology ~50 min)

Passing Score

75% per subject

Exam Fee

~£49–£56 per subject sitting at many UK schools (confirm with your ATO/DTO; CAA e-exam + admin) (UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA))

UK CAA LAPL Theory Exam Content Outline

13%

Air Law

ICAO/Part-FCL framework, UK CAA licensing, SERA rules of the air, airspace, VFR, aerodromes, documents, accidents/occurrence reporting (CAP2090J).

13%

Aircraft General Knowledge

Airframe, piston engines, fuel/oil, electrics, pitot-static and gyro instruments, propellers, and light-aeroplane systems (CAP2090A).

14%

Meteorology

Atmosphere, pressure systems, fronts, cloud/fog, icing, thunderstorms, wind, METAR/TAF decoding, and VFR weather decision-making (CAP2090D).

10%

Flight Performance and Planning

Mass and balance, take-off/landing performance, density altitude, fuel planning, and cruise/climb performance for light aeroplanes (CAP2090B).

10%

Human Performance

Physiology (hypoxia, hyperventilation, vision), spatial disorientation, fatigue, alcohol/drugs, stress, and TEM/IMSAFE decision-making (CAP2090C).

10%

Navigation

Charts, variation/deviation, dead reckoning, 1-in-60, time/distance/speed, and basic radio navigation for VFR flight (CAP2090E).

10%

Operational Procedures

Normal/emergency ops, circuits, wake turbulence, altimeter settings, NOTAMs/AIS, and safety procedures for light aeroplanes (CAP2090F).

10%

Principles of Flight

Four forces, lift/drag, stalls/spins, stability/control, flaps/high-lift devices, and turning flight for aeroplanes (CAP2090G).

10%

Communications

CAP 413 R/T, phonetic alphabet, standard phraseology, readback, MAYDAY/PAN PAN, and radio-failure procedures (CAP2090I).

How to Pass the UK CAA LAPL Theory Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: 75% per subject
Assessment: Nine Part-FCL theoretical subjects aligned with PPL/LAPL CAP2090 learning objectives: Air Law; Aircraft General Knowledge; Flight Performance and Planning; Human Performance; Meteorology; Navigation; Operational Procedures; Principles of Flight (Aeroplane); Communications. Each subject is a separate timed MCQ e-Exam.
Time limit: 20–50 minutes per subject (Communications ~20 min; Human Performance ~25 min; Operational Procedures ~30 min; Air Law/AGK/PoF ~35 min; Navigation and Flight Performance & Planning ~45 min; Meteorology ~50 min)
Exam fee: ~£49–£56 per subject sitting at many UK schools (confirm with your ATO/DTO; CAA e-exam + admin)

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UK CAA LAPL Theory Study Tips from Top Performers

1Treat each of the nine subjects as a separate 75% pass — drill weak areas (often Flight Performance & Planning and Operational Procedures) before booking those papers.

2Use CAP2090 learning objectives as your checklist and practise METAR/TAF decoding, mass-and-balance, and 1-in-60 navigation calculations with real numbers.

3Learn CAP 413 phraseology and SERA right-of-way / VFR minima early — they appear in Air Law, Ops, and Communications.

4Know LAPL-specific Part-FCL limits (e.g. MTOM and passenger privileges) for Air Law questions, even though the nine subjects mirror the PPL CAP2090 set.

5Book e-Exams only when your ATO confirms readiness; you have four attempts per subject under current CAA e-Exam rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many theory exams are required for a UK LAPL(A)?

Nine separate theoretical knowledge subjects: Air Law, Aircraft General Knowledge, Flight Performance and Planning, Human Performance, Meteorology, Navigation, Operational Procedures, Principles of Flight, and Communications. Each is a CAA GA e-Exam MCQ paper sat at an ATO/DTO.

What is the pass mark for UK CAA LAPL/PPL theory exams?

75% in each subject. There is no overall average — every paper must be passed individually. There is no negative marking.

How long do I have to finish all nine subjects?

You must pass all remaining exams within 18 months counted from the end of the month in which you first attempted a theory exam. After the final pass, theory credits are typically valid for 24 months for completing flight training and licence issue.

Are LAPL theory exams the same as PPL theory exams?

UK LAPL(A) and PPL(A) theoretical knowledge exams use the same nine-subject CAP2090 learning-objective framework and CAA GA e-Exam system. Licence privileges differ (LAPL has Part-FCL MTOM/passenger and medical limits), but the ground subjects align.

How much do the e-Exams cost?

Many UK schools charge about £49–£56 per subject sitting (CAA e-exam charge plus administration). Confirm the live fee with your ATO/DTO; retakes usually cost the same as a first attempt.