A Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) allows you to fly as a Pilot-In-Command (PIC) of a single-crew aircraft or co-pilot of a multi-crew aircraft of a Malaysian-registered aircraft for the aircraft types as endorsed in the licence – for the purpose of commercial air transport.
To obtain a CPL, you must
- be at least 18 years old;
- be able to read, write and communicate in English at a working level; and
- meet the Class 1 medical requirements.
- possess one of the following:
- passed the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent qualifications with credits in five subjects including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject in one single type of examination; or
- attained a degree recognised by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) 3.0 or above and he has passed the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent qualifications with credits in English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject.
In addition, you will need to complete a training programme with a CAAM-approved Flight Training Organisation (FTO) to acquire theoretical knowledge and practical experience. You must also pass the theoretical knowledge examinations and skill test conducted at the FTO and meet all regulatory licensing requirements.
More detailed requirements can be found in Chapter 4 of CAGM 1001 – Flight Crew Licensing (FCL). Refer to Commercial Pilot Licence Initial Application & Renewal for quick guidance.
