Basic navigation license (PNB)
Requirements to obtain the title
To obtain the PNB title it is necessary to meet the following requirements:
- Minimum age: 18 years old, or 16 years old with parental authorization.
- Theoric exam: Pass a 27-question test.
- Radio practices: Complete 4 hours of practice in a simulator.
- Navigation practices: Carry out 8 hours of practice on the boat.
- Medical check: Present a medical certificate similar to that of your driving license.
Title attributions
With the PNB degree, you will be able to:
- Govern motor boats up to 8 meters in length.
- Steer sailing vessels up to 8 meters in length (with additional qualification).
- Control jet skis of any power.
- Sail up to 5 miles from the coast, both day and night.
Mandatory internships
The practices are designed so that students learn to function in real navigation situations:
Navigation Practices: 8 hours, divided into two blocks of 4 hours each.
Radio Practices: 4 hours in an approved simulator.
Sailing Practices: 16 hours (if you wish to qualify for sailing).
Extra information:
PNB Theoretical Exam Date in Andalusia: November 16, 2024
The course includes:
• PNB notes
• Mandatory Navigation and Radio Practices
• Theoretical exam processing and fees in Andalusia
In-person classes: schedule to be determined
• Date start of classes: from September 1, 2024
• Place of classes: Taboga School; Calle Zaragoza 7 (next to Plaza San Antonio in Cádiz)
