The freedom of flight is hard to describe. But it is within your grasp. A Johor Flying Club member flies to Malacca for chendol.
If you are a pilot, you are in elite company. You have proven that you have the right stuff in decision-making, under challenging conditions.
Getting your licence to fly can also be very gratifying.
Whether you are learning to fly a small aircraft during the weekends, or a big jetliner, the process is basically the same. You will need to learn some basic things about your body,aircraft, weather, the flying environment, and aviation law, among other things. This may seem daunting, but many people with just a basic secondary education have passed the tests with flying colours.
The first step to becoming a pilot is to get a Class 2 medical examination at a Department of Civil Aviation Malaysia (DCA) authorised medical practitioner.
Then join a flying club which offers training, after which you will need to apply to the Department of Civil Aviation for a Student’s Pilot’s Licence (SPL). This licence will authorise you to fly instructional (dual) sorties with an instructor. You will also need a student pass from the Immigration Department if you are not Malaysian, and security clearance.
Lessons on aircraft handling, radiotelephony and air navigation are taught progressively. Along the way, you are required to perform solo flights (an exhilirating experience)as well as sit for written and oral examinations before you go for your flight test and qualify for your Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL).
Our club does not currently offer training for the PPL but there are several clubs in Malaysia which do. You only need to search any of the online platforms for their details.
Estimated Cost:
The minimum flight hours are just over 40 but the average person needs about 60 hrs of training time (This will vary according to the student’s skill and commitment).
Average Overall Cost to obtain a Private Pilot’s Licence is dependant on how seriously you apply yourself to the training and will be between RM75,000 and RM90,000. This includes the rental of the aircraft (inclusive of fuel, oil, insurance) and the Instructors’ fee. Note that this is an estimate as of 2025: actual costs will depend on the diligence of the student, time he or she allocates to study and revision, and self-preparedness for all examinations.
Exam Fee: RM1,000 (per sitting)
Ground School: RM5,500 (one time)
Special Student Pass: RM1,700 to RM2,2000 (applicable to Non-Malaysian students)
Medical Check: About RM300 to RM500.
Students are encouraged to buy their own headset, which can cost from a few hundred ringgit for a basic set to RM4,600 for a top of the line Bose with active noise reduction.
| Johor Flying Club Membership: | Malaysian | Non-Malaysian |
|---|---|---|
| Entrance Fee: | RM 1,000 | RM3,500 |
| Deposit: | RM1,000 | RM1,000 |
| Subscription: | RM95 per month (RM1,140 per year) | RM95 per month (RM1,140 per year) |
| Hangar improvement contribution at time of application for membership | RM2,000 (one time payment) | RM2,000 (one time payment) |
Course Materials:
Headset: From RM1,500.
Maps: RM100.
Plotters: RM60.
Misc: RM2,000.
*Prices are subjected to change without notice due to variances in fuel and operational costs. Prices listed above are as of 1 January 2026 and subject to the decision of the management committee. Please check with the club for the latest figures. Note that due to a recent hike in cost of maintenance, hourly rentals will have to be raised soon.
