PPL

PPL is an acronym with several meanings, most commonly referring to the Private Pilot License in aviation. This license identifies the holder as authorized to fly small aircraft for private, non-commercial purposes and is issued by the aviation authority in each country.

Private Pilot License details commonly involve a combination of medical clearance, knowledge instruction, flight training, and a final evaluation. In the United States, the process is overseen by the Federal Aviation Administration and typically includes ground school, flight time with an instructor and solo practice, a written knowledge exam, and a practical flight test known as a checkride. A valid PPL lets a pilot fly single‑engine aircraft under visual flight rules, carry passengers, and operate domestically, but it does not authorize paid flight services or commercial operations. Many pilots later pursue additional ratings, such as an instrument rating for IFR flight or a multi‑engine rating for aircraft with more than one engine, to expand capabilities.

Apart from aviation, PPL is also used for Pay‑Per‑Lead, a marketing model in which advertisers pay only when a user provides a lead, such as contact information or an inquiry. This model is common in online advertising networks and affiliate programs, where the value of generated leads is tracked rather than clicks or impressions.

In corporate contexts, PPL may denote PPL Corporation, a U.S. utility company operating electric utilities and related services, and listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

Because PPL has multiple meanings, the intended sense is usually clear from the subject matter or accompanying context.