**Executive Summary**
This document, Civil Aviation Requirements Series 'G' Part IV Issue I, issued on February 2nd, 2011, outlines the exemptions granted to Defence personnel for obtaining Commercial Pilot Licenses (CPL) and Airline Transport Pilot Licenses (ATPL) according to Aircraft Rules 1937. It details the requirements for Defence personnel applying for these licenses, specifically concerning knowledge, skill, and additional training needed to meet civil aviation standards. The requirements are effective forthwith.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Exemptions for Defence Personnel:**
* Defence personnel from the Indian Air Force, Navy, Army, or Coast Guard, who meet the required flying experience, competency, and physical fitness standards, may be exempted from certain flying tests, medical, or technical examinations when applying for pilot licenses.
* Defence personnel are also exempted from obtaining flying experience from DGCA-approved training organizations.
* **Commercial Pilot's License (Aeroplane / Helicopter):**
* Applicants must submit documentary evidence demonstrating compliance with the requirements of Section J and Section K of Schedule II of the Aircraft Rules 1937, except for passing the Aviation Meteorology and Aircraft Technical (General) examinations.
* Applicants must also demonstrate competency in cross-country flight as per clause 1(h)(iii) & (iv), Section J.
* **Airline Transport Pilot License (Aeroplane / Helicopter):**
* Applicants must submit documentary evidence demonstrating compliance with the requirements of Section M and N of Schedule II of the Aircraft Rules 1937, except for passing the Aviation Meteorology and Aircraft Technical (General) examinations.
* **Additional Requirements:**
* To endorse any civil-registered aircraft on the license, applicants must complete the requirements stipulated for the Extension of Aircraft Rating in Schedule II.
* Applicants must undergo training per the syllabus in relevant CAR or a syllabus approved by Flight Standard Directorate, or as required in clause 1(f), Section J and Section K of Schedule II of the Aircraft Rules 1937.
* Flying training for civil-registered aircraft endorsement must be completed to the examiner's satisfaction before undergoing a skill test.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: Defence Personnel Applying for CPL/ATPL**
* **Impact:** Reduced requirements (exemption from certain examinations and training) for obtaining civil pilot licenses, easing the transition to civilian aviation.
* **Action Required:** Submit required documentary evidence, undergo additional training for civil aircraft endorsement, and demonstrate competency in cross-country flight.
**Stakeholder: Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)**
* **Impact:** Oversight of the licensing process for Defence personnel transitioning to civil aviation, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
* **Action Required:** Enforce CAR provisions, evaluate training programs, and approve syllabi for civil aircraft endorsement.
Key Entities Referenced
Aircraft Rules 1937: The primary legal basis for regulating aviation in India, specifically referenced for exemptions and licensing requirements.
Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR): Regulatory documents issued by the Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to specify standards and procedures for civil aviation.
Commercial Pilot's License: A pilot license permitting the holder to operate aircraft for compensation or hire. This document provides exemptions to defence personnel applying for this license.
Airline Transport Pilot License: A pilot license permitting the holder to act as pilot-in-command of an aircraft engaged in scheduled air transport operations. This document provides exemptions to defence personnel applying for this license.
Director General of Civil Aviation (DGCA): The regulator responsible for civil aviation in India, responsible for issuing licenses and exemptions.
GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR GENERAL OF CIVIL AVIATION
TECHNICAL CENTRE, OPP SAFDURJUNG AIRPORT, NEW DELHI
CIVIL AVIATION REQUIREMENTS
SECTION 7 – FLIGHT CREW STANDARDS,
TRAINING AND LICENCE
SERIES 'G' PART IV
ISSUE I, 2 FEBRUARY 2011 EFFECTIVE: FORTHWITH
ND
F. No. 1-8/44/2009-LII
Subject: Grant of exemption for Commercial and Airline Transport Pilot
License to Defence Personnel.
1. Introduction
1.1 Rule 41 of Aircraft Rules 1937 provides that any person who is a qualified pilot
from the Indian Air Force, Indian Navy, Indian Army or Indian Coast Guard
and who possesses the necessary flying experience, competency and
standards of physical fitness as required under the rules may be exempted
from all or any of the flying tests and from medical or other technical
examinations by the Director General of Civil Aviation, in respect of the issue
of licenses under the rules. In addition, defence personnel are also exempted
from obtaining flying experience from DGCA approved / recognized training
organization.
1.2 This CAR is issued under Rule 133A of the Aircraft Rules 1937, for providing
exemptions to Defence personnel in accordance with Rule 41 of Aircraft Rules
1937 for issue of Commercial and Airline Transport Pilot License(s).
2. Exemptions
2.1 Commercial Pilot’s License (Aeroplane / Helicopter):
Defence personnel while applying for issue of Commercial Pilot’s Licence
(Aeroplanes/Helicopter), along with the application form shall submit
documentary evidences demonstrating compliance of the requirements as laid
down in Section J and Section K (as applicable) of Schedule II of the Aircraft
Rules 1937, except for the requirement mentioned in the following para;
2.1.1. Knowledge: Passing examination Aviation Meteorology and Aircraft
Technical (General) conducted as per the provision in clause 1(d),
section J and Section K.CIVIL AVIATION REQUIREMENTS SECTION 7
SERIES ‘G’ PART IV 2 ND FEBRUARY 2011
2.1.2 Skill: Demonstrating competency in cross country flight requirement
referred in clause 1 (h) (iii) & (iv), Section J.
2.2. Airline Transport Pilot License (Aeroplane / Helicopter):
Defence personnel while applying for issue of Airline Transport Pilot
License (Aeroplane / Helicopter), along with the application form shall
submit documentary evidences demonstrating compliance of all the
requirements as laid down in Section M and N (as applicable) of
Schedule II of Aircraft Rules 1937, except for the requirement
mentioned in the following para;
2.2.1 Knowledge passing examination Aviation Meteorology and Aircraft
Technical (General) conducted as per the provision in clause 1(d),
Section M and Section N as applicable.
3. Additional Requirements: Defence pilot for issue of licence shall require
to:
3.1 For the endorsement of any civil registered aircraft on license, the
applicant shall complete the requirement as stipulated for the
Extension of Aircraft Rating in the relevant section of Schedule II
undergo the training as per the syllabus prescribed in relevant Civil
Aviation Requirement (CAR) or syllabus approved by Flight Standard
Directorate to meet the requirements of relevant Section of Schedule II,
detail syllabus for this purpose provided in relevant Civil Aviation
Requirement(CAR) in Section 7.
3.2 Flying Training, as required in clause 1(f), Section J and Section K of
Schedule II of the Aircraft Rules 1937, for seeking endorsement on any
civil registered aircraft shall be as per the syllabus approved in each
individual case by Flight Standard Directorate. The flying training shall
be completed to the satisfaction of the examiner before undergoing skill
test on that type.
(B.S. Bhullar)
Director General of Civil Aviation