Commission Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011 sets out the technical requirements and administrative procedures for civil aviation aircrew under Regulation (EC) No 216/2008. It covers pilot licensing, ratings, medical certification, cabin crew fitness, and the certification of flight training organisations and examiners. The Regulation harmonises EU-wide standards for flight crew competence, medical fitness, and training, ensuring a high level of aviation safety and alignment with International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) standards.
This Regulation establishes a unified framework for pilot licensing (Part-FCL), medical certification (Part-MED), and training/examination organisations (Part-ARA and Part-ORA). It provides procedures for converting existing national and Joint Aviation Requirements (JAR) licences into EU Part-FCL licences and sets requirements for accepting licences from third countries. The Regulation also introduces the Light Aircraft Pilot Licence (LAPL) to simplify access to leisure flying while ensuring appropriate safety levels.
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