EASA / ICAO to FAA Conversion

Application with the IACRA

The first step in the EASA/ICAO to FAA conversion process is to create an application account with the Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application (IACRA) and proceed with filling out the form.

• You can either fill out the form electronically (preferred method) or download the application form and send it via mail
• Download form 8060-71 and mail to the address given below if submitting by mail
• Include a copy of your foreign license and medical certificate (if requesting medical verification)

Uploading Required Documents

Once the account is created and activated with the IACRA, select the “Start Foreign License Verification Process” option found on the main console.

• Fill in the required information and upload your EASA PPL License and Medical Certificate for verification
• The FAA will review the validity and currency of your license by contacting the country your license was issued
• This process may take from 5 days up to 10 days
• You will receive a verification letter which is valid for 6 months and can be renewed

English Proficiency Requirements:

• Applicants must pass the ICAO exam online
• Obtain verification for FAA license
• Complete time building in the USA
• After arrival, receive new license with ICAO endorsement

Travel to the USA

Upon receiving your verification letter, you are required to be in the United States to continue the conversion process.

• If traveling from a country that requires a visa to enter the US and wish to continue pilot training beyond PPL, apply for the student visa – M1 Visa
• Otherwise, a tourist visa will suffice
• Plan for the 6 months your verification letter is valid, or renew it if needed

Meet with an FAA Inspector

Flying Academy will complete your profile on the IACRA for conversion and make an appointment with an FAA Inspector who will review all paperwork and verify your identity.

Required for the meeting:

• Have a current verification letter
• Hold a current medical certificate (EASA or FAA of at least 3rd Class)
• If converting Instrument Rating, bring your IR knowledge test report
• Demonstrate ability to speak, write, and understand English fluently

After this meeting, a temporary Airmen certificate will be issued allowing you to exercise PPL privileges in the US.

Flight Review

As FAA licenses do not have a set expiry date, you need to perform a Flight Review with a Certified Flight Instructor within every two years (24 calendar months).

• You are required to have your first flight review prior to using your FAA License converted from a foreign license
• There will be a theoretical knowledge class which is typically 1 hour long
• Complete a flight lesson with an FAA-certified instructor

Begin Flying!

You will continue building your flight hours according to the hours required for proceeding further to complete your other licenses whether EASA/ICAO/FAA.

• Once you receive the physical FAA license/certificate, keep both the FAA certificates, a photo ID, your EASA/ICAO License, and medical in physical possession when exercising your FAA privileges

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