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To qualify for a single-engine (single pilot) aeroplane class rating, you must complete an appropriate training course at an approved training organisation (ATO) or Declared Training Organisation (DTO). 

You must have a valid and appropriate class or type rating in order to do any flying other than flight instruction, skill tests or proficiency checks for the renewal of type or class ratings.

Ratings privileges

If you hold a type or class rating, you can act as pilot on the class or type of aircraft specified in the rating. 

Training and testing

Revalidation and renewal

Validity period and renewal

Single-engine piston (SEP) class ratings are valid for 2 years, counted from the end of the calendar month in which you completed your skill test

How to apply

Guidance on documentation

For questions relating to paperwork, such as how to obtain certified copies of documents, please refer to guidance on documentation.

Contact us

If you have any questions please contact our licensing team:

Email fclweb@caa.co.uk (preferred)
Phone 0330 022 1972 (Mon - Fri 08:30 - 16:30)


Related Information

If you have a disability and require assistance with submitting your application online, please do not hesitate to contact our support team on 0330 022 1972 (Monday-Friday 08:30-16:30).

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