Podcast: EASA Eases Off on Private IFR Pilots

Gemini Sparkle

Key Takeaways:

  • EASA's controversial 2011 proposed rule, requiring all resident pilots to hold EASA licenses, is scheduled to take effect in April 2014.
  • Thanks to advocacy efforts, key elements of the rule have been modified, making it significantly easier for pilots with N-registered aircraft and those holding FAA certificates.
See a mistake? Contact us.

The European Aviation Safety Agency came under fire in 2011 for a proposed rule that would have required all resident pilots to have EASA licenses. The rule takes effect in April of 2014, but, thanks to the work of advocacy groups, key elements have changed to make it much easier for those with N-registered aircraft and those currently flying on FAA certificates. AVweb‘s Russ Niles spoke with Emmanuel Davidson of AOPA France about the changes.

Duration:

File Size: download here

Sign-up for newsletters & special offers!

Get the latest stories & special offers delivered directly to your inbox

SUBSCRIBE

Please support AVweb.

It looks like you’re using an ad blocker. Ads keep AVweb free and fund our reporting.
Please whitelist AVweb or continue with ads enabled.