Meet the minimum age requirement for the license you want
Meet the medical fitness requirements
Learn to read, speak, and understand the required language
Choose the type of pilot license you want
Enroll in an approved flight school or training program
Complete ground school training
Study aviation regulations, navigation, weather, and aircraft systems
Pass the required written knowledge exam
Complete the required flight training hours
Log solo flight time if required
Pass the required practical flight test or checkride
Obtain the necessary endorsements from your instructor
Apply for the pilot license through the aviation authority
Maintain your medical certificate and license currency
Complete recurrent training and proficiency checks as required