A Private Pilot License (PPL) allows a person to fly aircraft for personal use and leisure but not for earning money or commercial operations. It requires basic ground training, flight instruction, a minimum number of flying hours, and a Class 2 medical certificate. A PPL holder can carry passengers but cannot be paid for flying services or work as a professional pilot. It is often the first major step in aviation training and serves as a foundation for progressing toward a Commercial Pilot License (CPL).