Requirements For The Conversion of Pilots' Licences

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The requirements for the conversion of a commercial or airline transport pilot’s licence issued by an ICAO contracting state are as follows:

1. The foreign pilot’s licence must be valid.
2. Produce a passport or other government issued document to establish
   nationality.
3. Pass a Class 1 medical examination conducted by an BCAD authorized
   medical examiner.
4. Pass an instrument proficiency flight test conducted by an BCAD authorised
   examiner.
5. Complete type rating – both theoretical examination and flight test for each
   aircraft to be endorsed in the licence.
6. Pass an examination on Aviation Law, Flight Rules and Procedures.
7. Pass Aircraft (General) relative to aircraft type(s) to be endorsed in the
   licence: (If Required)
8. Pay required fees for examinations and licence.

The requirements for the conversion of a private pilot’s licence issued by an ICAO contracting state are as follows:

1. The foreign pilot’s licence must be valid.
2. Produce a passport or other government issued document to establish nationality.
3. Pass a Class 1 or Class 2 medical examination conducted by a BCAD authorized medical examiner.
4. Pass an examination on Aviation Law, Flight Rules and Procedures.
5. Pass a class or type rating proficiency flight test conducted by an BCAD authorised examiner.
6. If an instrument rating is held, you will be required to pass an instrument proficiency flight test conducted by an BCAD authorised examiner.
7. Pay required fees for examinations and licence