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Frequently asked questions

How long will my SET LAND and/or SET SEA examiner certificate be valid?

The validity date of your SET LAND and/or SET SEA examiner certificate will be the same as the one currently on your certificate.

I have two or more ratings currently noted as SET LAND or SET SEA but I have only completed the FI/CRI instructor course for one of the models, can I practise in the others?

To practice in the rest of the variants covered by the SET rating, you will need to check that you meet the requirements set out in the FCL.915 b).

I am an instructor for one or more of the models included in the EASA Endorsement List, can I be an instructor for any of them?

No, your privileges as an instructor are limited to the variants for which you have completed the differences or familiarisation course, as appropriate, once you meet the requirements set out in FCL.915.

How long will my SET LAND and/or SET SEA instructor certificate be valid?

The validity date of your SET LAND and/or SET SEA instructor certificate will be the same as your current date.

I am an examiner for one of the models listed above, what should I do?

As the examiner certificate is associated with the licence document and the instructor certificate, when updating the licence, EASA will automatically initiate the procedure to update your examiner certificate.

I am an instructor for one or more of the models listed above, what do I need to do to update my instructor certificate with the new SET notation?

As the instructor certificate is noted on the licence, when you complete the licence update procedure (see question 4), you will receive an updated instructor certificate as an ex-officio action by EASA without any action on your part.

As a glider licence holder, can I carry passengers?

It may carry passengers only if it complies with and provides evidence of the requirements set out in SFCL.115 SPL (a) 2. and SFCL.160 SPL (e) of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1976 of 14 December 2018.

For the extension of allocations to another launching method, do I have to apply for a licence endorsement?

Currently, extensions of allocations to other launch methods are not reflected in licensing. The training undertaken shall be recorded in the pilot's logbook and signed by the ATO or DTO training director or the instructor responsible for the training, as appropriate.

What type of medical certificate is required for the issue of a glider pilot licence?

For the exercise of the privileges of a glider pilot licence (SPL) issued in accordance with Annex III (Part SFCL) to Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1976, the pilot shall hold at least a valid LAPL medical certificate.

For the exercise of the privileges of an SPL for the purpose of operations of a commercial glider other than those specified in Article 3(2) of Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1976, the pilot shall hold at least a valid Class 2 medical certificate.

What kind of medical certificate is required for the issuance of a balloon pilot licence?

In order to exercise the privileges of a Balloon Pilot Licence (BPL) issued in accordance with Annex III (Part BFCL) to Commission Regulation (EU) 2018/395, the pilot shall hold at least a valid LAPL medical certificate.

For the exercise of the privileges of a GLP licence for the purpose of:

  • commercial passenger balloon flights, the pilot shall hold at least a valid Class 2 medical certificate, - a valid Class 1 medical certificate, - a valid Class 2 medical certificate, - a valid Class 2 medical certificate.
  • a commercial operation, other than commercial passenger balloon transport, with more than four persons on board the aircraft, the pilot shall hold at least a valid Class 2 medical certificate;