EU Commission Updates Aviation License Requirements

Changes to Part-SFCL Regulations

Summary:

The European Commission has issued Durchführungsverordnung EU 2020358, amending EU Regulation 20181976 regarding flight crew licenses. The changes in Durchführungsverordnung EU 2020358 specifically impact regulations for sailplane pilots and include:

• Updated licensing requirements for sailplane pilots meeting Part-SFCL Annex III requirements
• Revisions to Part-SAO and Part-SFCL regulations to address sailplane-specific concerns
• Consolidation of SFCL license rules into a single German-language document for clarity

These changes aim to ensure the safety and efficiency of sailplane operations within the European Union.