I am holder of a UK PPL issued by UK. My license includes a night rating and I am currently enrolled at an ATPL integrated course in an ATO approved by one of the EASA Member States. Is my UK PPL recognised for training credits after December 31, 2020?
Answer
Under the EU Aircrew Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011, a student may be admitted to integrated ATP training either as an ab-initio entrant or as a holder of a PPL(A) or PPL(H) issued in accordance with Annex 1 to the Chicago Convention. In the case of a entrant already holding a PPL(A) or PPL(H), 50% of the hours flown prior to the course can be credited, up to a maximum of 40 hours flying experience, or 45 hours if an aeroplane night rating has been obtained, of which up to 20 hours may count towards the requirement for dual instruction flight time. Therefore, you may benefit of credits up to the abovementioned limits. As student pilot enrolled in an ATP integrated course, you will also need a Part-MED medical certificate issued by an EASA Member State’s competent authority before your first solo flight (point MED.A.030(a) of Annex IV (Part-MED) to Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011).