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Complete list of theoretical examination questions BPL Hot-Air Balloon Theory Practice
BPL Hot-Air Balloon Pilot Licence Exam: practice tests, timed exam simulations, and PDFs to download
BPL Hot-Air Balloon Pilot Licence FAQ
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A BPL allows a pilot to act as pilot-in-command of hot-air balloons within the balloon class and group privileges held. Non-commercial operations are normally without remuneration. Commercial operations require a commercial operation rating and the relevant conditions; qualified instructors and examiners may receive remuneration for the activities permitted by BFCL.115.
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BPL theory covers air law, human performance, meteorology, communications, principles of flight, operational procedures, flight performance and planning, aircraft general knowledge and navigation. Study the requirements relevant to your balloon class and use quizzes and timed mock exams to review your preparation.
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Preparation and inflation, burner operation, climb/descent control, navigation, landing approach and emergency procedures with an examiner.
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Crucial: wind profile, stability, temperature and local topographic effects drive feasibility and safety.
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Only as permitted and planned, considering airspace, NOTAMs, obstacles and suitable landing options.
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Under BFCL.160, in the relevant balloon class you must meet the recent-experience route or the proficiency-check route. The experience route requires at least 6 hours of flight time including 10 take-offs and landings within the preceding 24 months, plus a training flight with an FI(B) within the preceding 48 months. A proficiency check within the preceding 24 months is an alternative. Additional conditions apply to other balloon classes, hot-air balloon groups and commercial operations; check the current rules with your instructor.
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Use approved study material, instructor briefings and the Exam Prep BPL Hot Air English app to rehearse under exam-like timing and review weak topics.
Prepare for your EASA BPL hot-air balloon theory in English with QuizVDS. Study by subject, practise multiple-choice questions and use timed mock exams to review your preparation.
Hot-air balloon study includes the envelope, propane fuel system, burners, temperature and lifting capacity, flight planning, inflation and landing procedures.
The BPL theory syllabus covers air law, human performance, meteorology, communications, principles of flight, operational procedures, flight performance and planning, aircraft general knowledge and navigation. Use subject quizzes to work on one topic and mock exams to practise answering under time pressure.
Check your answers after practice and revisit topics that need more study. These practice questions support your preparation alongside instructor guidance, your training organisation’s materials, the current EASA rules and the flight manual for the balloon you operate.
A BPL’s privileges depend on the balloon class, relevant endorsements, medical requirements and recent experience. Commercial operations require the applicable privileges and conditions. QuizVDS is a study aid; the competent authority and your training organisation define the applicable examination arrangements.
