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Frequently asked questions

What are the requirements to be an AVSAF instructor?

To become an AVSAF instructor it is necessary to take the AVSAF instructor course taught by AESA (or validate it) and pass the corresponding exam. For more information see the AVSAF instructor requirement document.

Is there a mandatory format for submitting the application?

It is mandatory to use the application format (F-DAU-AAT-01) that we make available to you (link).

The rest of the formats you will find: responsible statement (F-DAU-AAT-01 and F-DAU-AAT-02) and memory model (F-DAU-AAT-03) are voluntary, but their use is recommended.

What are the requirements to operate in controlled airspace with a ULM?

In order to operate in airspace controlled by a ULM, you must request an exemption in accordance with Royal Decree 2876/1982 of 15 October 1982 regulating the registration and use of ultra-light-structured aircraft. The activities which would be considered exceptional cause, and for which the applicant must justify the exceptional reason for which he requests such suspension, shall be:

  • Sporting events requiring entry into controlled airspace or operations at altitudes higher than those provided for in the Order of 26 April 1986 (300 metres high).
  • Specific requests for entry into Control Areas (CTR) or Aerodrome Transit Zones (ATZ) for ULM for technical reasons or for the holding of events, participation in air demonstrations or in air laps.
  • Requests for aerial laps requiring entry into controlled airspace.
  • Exit outside Spanish airspace.

However, it may be possible to examine the feasibility of processing other types of applications not collected in the above cases. To start the process, you must submit the request using the format F-CSO-ULM-01. Together with the application, you must also attach:

  • Proof of the capacity to represent the person signing the application, if applicable.
  • In the case of ULM:
  • Please note that:

Each ULM aircraft entering controlled airspace must have a radio equipment certificate and station licence, and therefore the pilot of that aircraft should have the corresponding RTC radio telephony rating.

What is the applicable regulatory framework for the take-off and landing of non-complex helicopters in non-commercial operation?

The regulatory reference for take-offs, the Air Traffic Regulation, Book 5 states:

5.1.1. Helicopter landing and take-off

5.1.1.1. Helicopters for landings and take-offs may use:

  • Aerodromes open to civilian traffic, normally using areas reserved for helicopter manoeuvres, in accordance with the special rules determined for them.
  • Permanent helipads that are specially conditioned aerodromes for use exclusively by helicopters.
  • Possible heliports which are areas that meet the minimum safety requirements for use by helicopters on a temporary basis and subject their use to the permission of the owner of the land, with the exception of helicopters in special operations which are exempt from requesting permission from the owner, due to the characteristics of their operation. The use of these possible heliports shall be limited to a frequency of three landing and take-off operations per month.

In addition, you must:

  • Respect flight limitations according to the airspace in which the potential surface is located, as laid down in the Air Regulations (SERA (Standardised European Rules of Air) Royal Decree 552/2014 and Royal Decree 1180/2018) and what is published in the Aeronautical Information Publications (AIP),
  • Comply with Regulation (EU) No 965/2012 laying down technical requirements and administrative procedures related to air operations pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 216/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council as applicable.

You can find more information through our website: https://www.seguridadaerea.gob.es/en/ambitos/operaciones-aereas/operaciones-de-trabajos-aereos

 

EPDE Which area of air transport can inspect currently certified Dog Equipment?

Currently AESA-certified dog teams can only inspect air cargo.

EPDE What requirements are required to be able to apply for certification of Explosive Detectors Dog Equipment?

The requirements for eligibility are specified in each call for applications. The information will be published on the EASA website about a month and a half before the assessment tests.

EPDE What is the validity of the certification?

The certification is valid on an annual basis, i.e. every year the equipment has to be reassessed.

EPDE How do I know that binomies are currently certified to perform cargo inspection work using Explosive Detector Dog Equipment?

There is a list on the EASA website specifying the details of the teams that can currently carry out air cargo screening with their contact details and the company to which they belong.

Explosive Detection Dog Teams (EPDE)

EPDE Can you introduce people who are not currently working with a private security company?

Yes, individuals who are not working for a private security company can apply, but they must meet two conditions:

  • They must be private security guards.
  • Comply with the requirements of the call for applications

If they pass the certification, they must belong to a private security company accredited by the Ministry of the Interior in order to be able to carry out their duties.