Scotland - Apply for Aircraft License

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Procedure

Apply Online

1. To Apply for an Aircraft License, the applicant has to make their application online via link
2. The applicant has to click the “Online form” button.
3. The applicant has to check the details for the application process and click the “I ACCEPT TERMS AND USAGE” button.
4. Enter all the details about the aircraft and click the “Continue” button.
5. Enter the application details and click the “Continue” button.
6. Upload all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page and click the “Continue” button.
7. Pay the prescribed amount fee in online mode and click the “Continue” button.
8. Once completed with all the details check the declaration and given information and click the “Submit” button.
9. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
10. All applications are processed within a reasonable time, having regard to the circumstances of each application, including the completeness of information and documents submitted to the authority by the applicant.
11. The authority may seek additional information from an applicant if this is necessary to assess the application. The authority does not need to deal further with an application until the applicant has provided this additional information.
12. The office may conduct an inspection or verification process to ensure the aircraft's compliance with safety and airworthiness standards. This may include physical inspections, document reviews, or other assessments.
13. Once the application is processed and approved, the office will issue a Certificate of Registration for the aircraft. This document serves as proof of the aircraft's registration in Scotland.
14. This entire process can be completed within 3- 7 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Proof of identity such as passport, driving license, or other government-issued ID.
• Proof of address such as utility bill, council tax bill, or other document that shows the applicant’s current address.
• Proof of Ownership
• Certificate of Airworthiness
• Aircraft Identification
• Aviation Medical Certificate
• Education certificate
• Flight Training Records
• Proof of Insurance
• Flight Test Endorsement
• Language Proficiency

Office Locations & Contacts

Aircraft Registration


Civil Aviation Authority
Aviation House
Beehive Ring Road
Crawley
RH6 0YR
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: (0330) 022 1917
Contact link

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for an aircraft in Scotland, you must meet the following criteria:

• The applicant must be at least 18 years old.
• The applicant must be a fit and proper person to own an aircraft. This means that you must have a good character and not have been convicted of certain offenses, such as aircraft theft or reckless flying.
• The applicant must have the financial resources to maintain and operate an aircraft.
• The applicant must have a hangar or other suitable storage facility for the aircraft.
• The applicant must have public liability insurance for the aircraft.

Fees

• The fee to register an aircraft is determined by the weight of the aircraft.
• For more fee details use the following link and check the details under cost link

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 3 - 7 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Nationality
• Age
• Postal address
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Residential Address
• Residential No
• Mobile No
• Email Address
• Educational Qualifications
• Work Experience
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• In Scotland, as part of the United Kingdom, an "aircraft license" typically refers to the registration and certification of an aircraft for operation within the UK. This registration and certification process is governed by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), which is the regulatory authority responsible for aviation matters in the UK, including Scotland.

Information which might help

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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External Links

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Others

• Aircraft play an important role in the Scottish economy. They support the tourism industry, the business community, and the military. Aircraft also provide vital transportation links to remote and island communities in Scotland.