Private & Recreational Pilot Licence Theory Australia

Private & Recreational Pilot Licence (PPL/RPL) Theory Australia

Prepare for your Australian Private Pilot Licence (PPL) or Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL) theory with Bob Tait Aviation Theory. Our resources include books, e-texts, practice exams and video lectures designed for Australian student pilots.

Whether you are beginning your pilot training or preparing for a CASA theory examination, the material explains aviation theory in clear, practical language.

RPL / PPL BOOK 1 & 2

Bob Tait’s RPL/PPL Volumes 1 and 2 are the core textbooks for Recreational and Private Pilot theory, written to make complex concepts clear, practical, and exam-ready. Together, they build a solid foundation across the knowledge you need for training and CASA exams — with plain-English explanations, aviation-relevant examples, and structured chapters that make it easy to study step-by-step or revise specific topics. Whether you’re starting from scratch or tightening up your understanding before an exam, Volumes 1 and 2 are designed to help you learn it properly and retain it with confidence.

Bob Tait’s RPL book is the first volume in the complete RPL/PPL study guide, a home-study course designed to prepare students for the RPL exam. Please note, with the advent of CASA RPL exam much content from the PPL volume is also being examined at RPL level. Students are therefore advised to study from both books or to discuss the syllabus requirements for the RPL exam with your theory provider.

Bob Tait’s PPL book is the second volume in the RPL/PPL set, designed to take the student to the CASA standard for the Private Pilot Licence CASA Exam. It contains hundreds of exam standard questions including the sample questions from the CASA question data base which were released by CASA to help students prepare for the cyber examination.

This book contains all new extra explanatory notes and hundreds of drill exercies covering the CASA syllabus items for both PPL and CPL navigation. This book is guaranteed to increase your accuracy and speed in calculating solutions to the navigation exercises in the exam. It includes answers with intermediate calculation steps to ensure you understand the process.

Fuel calculations in this book vary between private and commercial operations so read the questions carefully to understand which rules to apply.

Take the uncertainty out of controlled airspace flying.

This practical guide is designed for both Recreational Aviation Australia pilots and CASA Recreational Pilot Licence holders wanting to add a Controlled Airspace Endorsement to their Licence or Certificate. It is also an ideal refresher for experienced pilots wanting to brush up on controlled airspace procedures.

Complex rules and procedures are explained in clear, practical language, covering airspace classifications, flight planning, clearances, radio calls, transponder procedures, weather requirements, navigation, human factors and communication with air traffic control.

Diagrams, worked examples and realistic operational scenarios show how controlled airspace procedures apply in everyday flying—not just in theory. Particular attention is given to understanding clearance limits, maintaining situational awareness, avoiding airspace infringements and working safely and confidently with ATC.

Whether you are preparing for an endorsement, expanding your flying privileges or simply refreshing your knowledge, this book provides the practical understanding needed to operate in controlled airspace with confidence.

E-Texts

Bob Tait’s E-Texts are digital versions of our trusted aviation theory resources, designed for flexible study wherever you are. Read on your laptop, tablet or phone, with a layout that’s easy to follow on-screen and ideal for self-paced learning. E-Texts let you keep your study library together, revisit key topics quickly, and stay focused with a clean, practical format that supports exam preparation and real-world flying knowledge.

This book contains all new extra explanatory notes and hundreds of drill exercises covering the CASA syllabus items for both PPL and CPL navigation. This book is guaranteed to increase your accuracy and speed in calculating solutions to the navigation exercises in the exam. It includes answers with intermediate calculation steps to ensure you understand the process.

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Take the uncertainty out of controlled airspace flying.

Get the best of both worlds: a printed hard copy for note-taking and desk study, plus 12 months E-Text access for learning on the go. The E-Text includes full-text search, bookmarking, and is kept automatically up to date whenever a change to the text is released—so you’re always studying from the latest version. Access it from your computer, tablet or phone (internet connection required). Single-use access—no copying or sharing permitted.

Please note that once your purchase for a Combo deal has been made, your order can only be processed via the office during business hours (8.00am – 4.00pm weekdays)

This package includes the RPL/PPL Volume 1 printed textbook and 12 months access to the matching E-Text, giving you flexibility to study anywhere while still having a permanent hard copy for reference.

This package includes the RPL/PPL Volume 2 printed textbook and 12 months access to the matching E-Text, giving you flexibility to study anywhere while still having a permanent hard copy for reference.

This package includes the PPL/CPL Navigation workbook printed textbook and 12 months access to the matching E-Text, giving you flexibility to study anywhere while still having a permanent hard copy for reference.

This package includes the Controlled Airspace printed textbook and 12 months access to the matching E-Text, giving you flexibility to study anywhere while still having a permanent hard copy for reference.

Practice Exams

Bob Tait’s CASA Practice Exams (Exam Preps) give you the edge with four (3+1) randomised practice exams (three open, one timed to CASA limits) plus full answer review — all online, device-friendly, and built to improve both knowledge and exam technique.

In order to get an idea of what awaits you in the CASA Cyberexams, this RPL Exam Prep includes four on-line exams of a very similar standard to that expected by the CASA examiners. Exam Preps are valid for 12 months.

This is a single use product no copying or sharing is permitted.

Three exams are untimed so you can pick away at them in your own time.

The fourth exam is timed and once commenced needs to be completed in the allocated time.

You can submit each exam once but review as often as you wish during your enrolment period.

Extra exam attempts are also available for purchase via the online store.

In order to get an idea of what awaits you in the CASA Cyberexams, this PPL Exam Prep includes Four (3+1) on-line exams of a very similar standard to that expected by the CASA examiners.

Exam Preps are valid for 12 months.

This is a single use product no copying or sharing is permitted.

Three exams are untimed so you can pick away at them in your own time.

The fourth exam is timed and once commenced needs to be completed in the allocated time.

You can submit each exam once but review as often as you wish during your enrolment period.

Extra exam attempts are also available for purchase via the online store.

Video Classroom Lectures

Bob Tait’s RPL/PPL Video Lecture Series brings the textbooks to life with clear, structured lessons you can watch at your own pace. Each video breaks down key theory into easy-to-follow explanations, practical examples, and exam-focused guidance—ideal for learning new topics, reinforcing what you’ve read, or revising before a test. Study anywhere, anytime, pause and replay as needed, and build confidence with aviation theory taught the way you actually need to understand it.

The PPL Video Lecture series contains over 30 hours of video material to help you prepare for the PPL theory exam.

PPL Video Breakdown

This video lectures series is based on the RPL/PPL study guides and requires you to have copies of both Study Guides Vol 1 and 2. Video access purchased is valid for three months.

Course Dates for PPL in 2027

COURSE	START DATE	FINISH DATE	FACIILITATOR
PPL # 1	1st MARCH (08:30 EST)	12th MARCH (15:30 EST)	Capt. Wayne Jericho
PPL # 2	28th JUNE (08:30 EST)	9th JULY (15:30 EST)	Capt. Wayne Jericho
PPL # 3	6th SEPT (08:30 EST)	17th SEPT (15:30 EST)	Capt. Wayne Jericho

*** IMPORTANT NOTE ***

It is assumed that students who attend this course have completed their Aeronautical Study to RPL level, and preferably sat for and passed the RPL Examination.

Bob Tait is pleased to offer an intensive entry level two week basic aviation theory course for those interested in taking up private flying.

This course is designed to take students from RPL to PPL level.

Completion of the course is a first step toward gaining the knowledge and understanding needed to pass the written examination for a Private Pilot Licence set out by the Australian Civil Aviation Safety Authority.

The course includes access to Bob Tait’s practise exams which are designed to build the two things that matter most for CPL success: strong theory knowledge and reliable exam technique under time pressure. Each module gives you realistic, CASA-style practice with randomised exams drawn from a large question bank—so every attempt feels fresh and helps you identify gaps before the real thing.

The course fee is $2400. Students will require Bob Tait’s RPL and PPL textbooks which are not included in the cost of the course.

You should bring your RPL study material to the class to assist in revision of RPL material.

YOUR INSTRUCTOR

Wayne has a career in Aviation spanning 43 years and over 20,000 flight hours as a commercial pilot and airline captain.

MATERIALS REQUIRED

For a list of documents and materials required for your exam, visit the CASA website.

https://www.casa.gov.au/licences-and-certificates/pilots/pilot-and-flight-crew-exams/prepare-your-exam/materials-allowed-exams#

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Please contact our office at bobtait@bobtait.com.au or call 0493 385101 for more information or to book your course.