Apply for an Airline Transport Pilot Licence

An Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) allows you to fly as a Pilot-In-Command (PIC) or co-pilot of a Singapore-registered multi-crew aircraft for the aircraft types as endorsed in the licence – for the purpose of public transport and aerial work. 

To obtain an ATPL, you must

  • be at least 21 years old;
  • be able to speak and understand the English Language used for radio-telephony communications;
  • meet the Class 1 medical requirement;
  • pass the theoretical knowledge examinations at the ATPL level;
  • meet the minimum flying experience requirements; and
  • have or qualify for a multi-crew aircraft rating to be endorsed in the ATPL.
The detailed requirements can be found in the Singapore Air Safety Publication (SASP) Part 2.

Application & Submission

Submit the application / renewal of your Airline Transport Pilot Licence via CAPELS.

Click here to register for the CAAS examination.

Click here for frequently asked questions on ATPL.



Last Updated on 04 December 2023