Start with an eligibility review.
- Provide the basis of your FAA pilot certificate and ratings, recency and flight-review information.
- The IAA checks the applicable EU residence and licensing-authority conditions.
- An acceptable FAA medical is required; BasicMed is not accepted for this bilateral route.
- An appropriate Part-MED medical and English language proficiency are required.
- FAA certificates based on another licence under 14 CFR 61.75 are not eligible for this bilateral conversion route.
Knowledge, preparation and test.
For an eligible PPL conversion, the bilateral process uses the prescribed theoretical knowledge assessment rather than the normal written PPL examination route. We review your readiness, arrange any necessary preparation and guide you towards the required skill test and application.
Existing night or instrument privileges need their own eligibility review. Do not assume every rating transfers automatically.
What happens to my FAA certificate?
The process can result in separate FAA and Part-FCL licences. Each retains its own applicable currency and revalidation obligations.
Check the latest FAA/EASA Technical Implementation Procedures (opens in a new tab) and IAA third-country guidance (opens in a new tab). Individual eligibility is confirmed before training.