FAA / ICAO PPL Conversion / Validation to EASA

Looking to fly in European airspaces with a foreign Pilot License?

Transition easily from FAA / ICAO to EASA Regulations with the PPL Conversion Process.

Why Convert Your License to EASA?

You will be both EASA and Foreign license holders, expanding your career opportunities! You will be able to collect your PIC hours in Europe!

Save Your Time

Complete all conversion procedures seamlessly with the assistance of our expert instructors and dedicated team.

Convenient Training

Take the easiest and most uncomplicated path to converting your FAA / ICAO PPL to an EASA license.

Fast-Track Course

Finish your flight training with no delay. Take advantage of the beautiful weather conditions to accelerate your training!

Conversion vs. Validation

Conversion

You have the option to convert your foreign license to a European one, where the competent authority will issue you a new pilot license according to European EASA legislation, provided you meet the specified conditions. Due to the EU’s agreement with the USA regarding qualification recognition, transferring a pilot license issued under FAA regulations is fairly easy. We will guide you through each step to ensure the process goes smoothly.

Validation

Alternatively, you can opt for validation or acknowledgment of your foreign license’s validity for flying in Europe. In this case, you should present your foreign license alongside confirmation of its recognition—validation for flying in Europe. Validation primarily targets individuals seeking to fly in European airspaces for purposes such as time-building. Each validation is valid for one year.

Steps To Convert Your PPL License

Minimum Requirements To Convert Your FAA License

Valid FAA PPL (A)
EASA Medical Certificate Class 2
ICAO level 4
Flight Log
Passport
Residential Registration Form (for non-EU residents)
Radio Telephony Card
PPL Skill Test with Oral Exam

Minimum Requirements To Convert Your ICAO License

Valid ICAO PPL (A)
Foreign Medical Certificate
EASA Medical Certificate Class 2
ICAO level 4
Flight Log
Passport
Residential Registration Form (for non-EU residents)
Radio Telephony Card
Certificate of Theoretical Exam
Oral Examination
PPL Skill Test

How To Start Your Conversion Process?

Contact ATO and Start the Application Process

The first step is to contact an Approved Training Organization (ATO) and enroll for the FAA or ICAO to EASA PPL conversion program.
Start filling out the application form, provided by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), with the assistance of the Flying Academy team.
Successfully fulfill your flight training requirements at our base in the Czech Republic.
You can fill out the form electronically (preferred method) or download the application form, fill it out, and send it via email.

Familiarization Training at Flying Academy EU

It's time for you to join us at our base in the Czech Republic to proceed with the conversion process.

You must schedule a Familiarization Flight. This will allow pilots adapt to EASA regulations, operational practices, aircraft equipment, etc, in new airspaces.

Should you require assistance with documentation and visa procedures (if needed), please do not hesitate to contact us and we will gladly assist you.

Following an evaluation flight with a Flight Instructor (FI), your knowledge and skills will be assessed to determine your proficiency level. Additionally, any areas requiring further training will be identified and provided.

Step 1

ICAO English Examination

Next, pilots must undergo the ICAO English Examination, to ensure compliance with the international standards and demonstrate proficiency in the English language, as set by ICAO for aviation communication.

An ICAO Level 4 Certification is the minimum requirement to achieve to proceed with the conversion process.

The examination will be conducted online.

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Radio Telephony (RT) Examination

Pilots must also undergo the Radio Telephony (RT) English Examination, to demonstrate proficiency in aviation communication procedures and terminology specific to the EASA regulatory environment.

The examination will be conducted online.

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Medical Certificate

An EASA Class 2 Medical is required to ensure that pilots are fit to operate an aircraft under EASA regulations.

Please let us know if you require assistance in securing an appointment with an EASA-certified aviation doctor, we can book it for you.

Step 4

For FAA PPL-Holders

Submit Required Documents

The next step in the FAA to EASA conversion process is to gather the necessary documents to be attached with the application form.

Currently Valid FAA PPL License
Application Form (Form096)
EASA Medical Certificate Class 2
Valid Passport
Flight Log Book
Certificate of Language Proficiency - at least ICAO Level 4
Radio Telephony (RT) card
Residential Registration Form (for non-EU residents)

APPLICATION FORMFor FAA PPL holders

For ICAO PPL-Holders

Submit Required Documents:

The next step in the ICAO to EASA conversion process is to gather the necessary documents to be attached with the application form.

Currently Valid ICAO PPL License
Application Form (Form096)
Foreign Medical Certificate
EASA Medical Certificate Class 2
Certificate of Theoretical Exam (Passed) - Air Law & Human Performance
Valid Passport
Flight Log Book - with at least 100 hours total time.
Certificate of Language Proficiency - at least ICAO Level 4
Radio Telephony (RT) Card
Residential Registration Form (for non-EU residents)

APPLICATION FORMFor ICAO PPL holders

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