Frequently asked questions

For the purposes of European legislation, the term «pilot» may be interpreted as a person who is qualified to perform pilot duties.

That consideration is not limited exclusively to those who already hold a licence, but may also cover those who, during their training, perform flight time as a student pilot on a supervised flight only, provided that they are authorised to perform those duties in accordance with the applicable legislation.

The reference to «pilot» in certain provisions of European legislation must therefore be analysed in the light of the specific context of each requirement and not necessarily as a synonym for a «licence holder».