Chap 4: Annex 1 : Personnel Licensing

ICAO Annex 1

International Standards and Recommended Practices for Personnel Licensing adopted on April 14, 1948.

Supplement

Indication of differences between national regulations and ICAO provisions.

License

Also known as a 'certificate of competency,' allowing individuals to operate aircraft.

Rating

An authorization attached to a license, defining specific privileges and limitations.

What is Medical Fitness

Requirements to be met for obtaining flight licenses categorized into three classes.

What is Solo Flight Time

Time a student pilot flies alone in an aircraft.

What is EASA

European Aviation Safety Agency, responsible for civil aviation regulations in EU member states.

What is Part FCL

Regulates Flight Crew Licenses in compliance with EASA standards.

What is State of Registry

Country where an aircraft is officially registered.

What is Skill demonstration

Successful completion of all requirements for a license overseen by an issuing authority.

What is Night rating

Authorization to conduct flights during night time.

What is Multi-Crew Pilot Licence (MPL)

Allows acting as Co-pilot in commercial air transport.

What is Instrument Flight Rules (IFR)

Regulations for flying an aircraft using instruments only.

What is JAR-FCL

Joint Aviation Requirements for Flight Crew Licensing system previously in use before EASA.

What is Medical Certificate ?

A valid document proving a pilot's fitness to fly.

What is PIC

Pilot In Command, responsible for the safety of the aircraft.

What is ICAO Level 4

Language proficiency level required for communication during flights.

What is Validity Period

Duration a license or rating is valid before requiring renewal or revalidation.

What is Medical Assessment Class 1

Medical requirements for CPL, MPL, and ATPL.

What is Medical Assessment Class 2

Medical requirements for PPL holders.

What is Night VFR Privileges

Authorization to conduct visual flights at night.

What is Additional Ratings

Special authorizations that extend a pilot's privileges.

What is Aerobatic Flight Rating

Required to perform aerobatic flights.

What is Glider Towing Rating

Authorization required to tow gliders or banners.

What is Mountain Flight Rating

Allows flying to and from surfaces requiring this specific rating.

What is Type Rating

Certification for a specific aircraft type, including aircraft with minimum two pilots.

What is Flight Time

Duration from when the aircraft moves under its own power until it comes to rest.

What is Valid Language Proficiency Certificate

Required for CPL and ATPL holders since March 5, 2008.

What is Instructor Rating

Qualifications required for flight instruction covering various aircraft categories.

What is Duration for Class Ratings

Validity period for licenses related to single and multi-engine aircraft.

What is Flight Test Rating Requirements ?

Eligibility criteria for pilots conducting flight tests.

What is EASA License Recognition ?

EU states allow validation of foreign licenses with the same validity as the original.

What is Transition to EASA ?

Shift in authority from JAA to EASA for civil aviation regulations.

What is Certificate of Airworthiness ?

A certificate issued to certify that an aircraft is fit for flight.

What is Medical Examiner ?

Professionals who evaluate the medical fitness of pilots.

What is Deferment Rules

Regulations allowing pilots to delay medical exams under specific conditions.

What is Regulatory Changes ?

Shifts in civil aviation regulation authority to European bodies.

What is Pilot Responsibilities ?

Obligations to ensure safety and compliance with aviation regulations.

What is Synthetic Flight Trainer ?

Apparatus simulating flight conditions on the ground.

What is Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) ?

A license that permits the holder to act as Pilot in Command or Co-pilot in operations other than commercial air transport, as well as in commercial air transport of single-pilot aircraft.

What is Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) ?

A license that permits the holder to act as Pilot in Command in commercial air transport, encompassing all privileges of PPL and CPL.

What is Class Ratings ?

Ratings for aircraft certified for single-pilot operation, such as single-engine or multi-engine land/sea.

What is Type Ratings ?

Required for specific aircraft that generally require two pilots, including multi-pilot aircraft and all helicopters.

What is Instrument Rating ?

A rating required for pilots to operate under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) according to aircraft category.

Wha tis Flight Instructor Rating

A rating that allows the holder to provide flight instruction, applicable to simulation only.

What is Medical Fitness Requirements ?

Health standards classified into three classes that must be met by applicants to obtain a pilot license.

What is Skill Test

A demonstration of competency required for issuing a license or rating, which can include an oral exam.

What is Proficiency Check

A skill demonstration required for the revalidation or renewal of flight ratings.

What is Cross-Country Flight ?

A flight from a departure point to a different destination, following a planned route using standard navigation procedures.

Minimum age for PPL (ICAO & FCL) ?

17 years old

Example of a type rating ?

Boeing 777, Airbus A320

Minimum age for CPL?

18 years old

What does a CPL allow beyond a PPL?

To act as PIC or Co-pilot in commercial air transport of single-pilot aircraft

What is SEP?

Single Engine Piston

Minimum total flight hours for ATPL?

1500 hours

What is PICUS?

Pilot in Command Under Supervision

How is co-pilot time on single-pilot aircraft (operated with co-pilot) credited?

50% of flight time

What deferment period applies to PPL medical exams?

Single deferment of 24 months

After what age is commercial air transport prohibited for CPL/ATPL holders?

65 years

What is a synthetic flight trainer?

Device that simulates flight on the ground

What defines normal residency?

A country where a person resides ≥185 days per year

What kind of aircraft always requires a type rating?

All aircraft requiring two pilots or all helicopters

What is the State of Registry?

The country where the aircraft is registered

Who took over from the JAA for EU aviation regulation?

EASA

What is an instrument rating for?

Operating under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR)

How is instrument time defined?

Time spent flying using only instruments

What are the privileges of a Category 1 flight test rating holder?

Can perform all test categories as PIC or co-pilot

What is the main privilege of an ATPL?

To act as Pilot in Command in commercial air transport

What class of medical is for air traffic controllers?

Class 3

What does LAPL stand for?

Light Aircraft Pilot Licence

What is Part MED?

Medical requirements under EASA

What does a night rating authorize?

Authorization to fly at night

How long is a class rating (SEP/TMG) valid?

24 months

What is ICAO Annex 1 about?

Personnel Licensing (licences and ratings for flight crew and related personnel)

How many aerobatic training flights are required?

Minimum 20, including 5 hours

How long is an instructor rating valid?

3 years

Name a type of synthetic flight trainer.

Flight simulator, flight procedure trainer, or basic instrument trainer

What is the JAR-FCL definition of night?

Between end of evening civil twilight and beginning of morning civil twilight

How long is the mountain flight rating valid?

24 months

How is instrument ground time defined?

Simulator or synthetic device instrument training

Minimum flight hours for PPL under FCL?

45 hours

What was the JAR-FCL?

Joint Aviation Requirements - Flight Crew Licensing

What is another term for 'License' in ICAO Annex 1?

'Certificate of competency' or 'certificate'

What is MEP?

Multi Engine Piston

What does Part CC cover?

Cabin Crew requirements

How is co-pilot time on multi-crew aircraft credited?

100% of flight time

Minimum flight hours for CPL (modular path)?

200 hours

What is a proficiency check?

Skill demonstration for revalidation or renewal of ratings

Define cross-country flight.

Flight from one airport to another using navigation

What does a PPL allow?

To act as Pilot in Command in non-commercial operations, without remuneration

What is the State of Licence Issue?

The country whose authority oversees license compliance and renewal

What is Part FCL?

Flight Crew Licensing rules under EASA

What are the requirements for glider towing rating?

30h PIC, 60 take-offs/landings, 10 towing flights

What is the medical validity for a CPL holder over 40?

6 months

When was ICAO Annex 1 first adopted?

April 14, 1948

How long is a type rating valid?

12 months

Minimum age for ATPL?

21 years

How long can medical exams be advanced?

Up to 45 days before expiry

What is the medical validity for a PPL holder under 40?

60 months

What are the three classes of medical assessments?

Class 1, Class 2, Class 3