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Pilot (Licensing) Bill

A Bill to create a pilot licensing system in line with International Civil Aviation Organization standards; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Parliament last updated

22 March 2019

In Plain English

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This Bill would create a formal pilot licensing system in the UK, designed to align with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) standards. It would set out how pilots are trained, tested and kept qualified, and include related regulatory provisions to support the licensing system.

Key Points

Creates a formal UK pilot licensing system.
Aligns licensing requirements with ICAO international standards.
Sets out processes for training, examinations and ongoing qualifications.
Provides regulatory powers to implement, supervise and update the licensing regime.
Affects pilots, training providers, airlines and aviation regulators.

Progress

The bill is currently at the 2nd Reading in the House of Commons. It originated in the Commons, with its first reading in 2017.

Who is affected?

Current pilotsAspiring and trainee pilotsFlight schools and aviation training organisationsAirlines and other air operatorsRegulators and licensing authorities (e.g. UK Civil Aviation Authority)

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Bill Stages

1st readingCommons

5 Sept 2017

2nd readingCommons

Committee stageCommons

Report stageCommons

3rd readingCommons

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Royal Assent

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Pilot (Licensing)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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