What is the difference between ICAO, JAA, FAA, EASA, and CAA?
In 2009 the JAA system was disbanded. Only the training organisation (JAA-TO) remains, it mainly provides courses for CAA staff of European countries. EASA is European Aviation …
Is military grade jet fuel more expensive than civilian grade?
Mar 6, 2018 · JAA is "Jet A with Additives". It's Jet A (which is slightly less expensive than Jet A1, but available primarily in the US) with some additives added to improve lubrication, reduce …
What is the relationship between the EASA and JAA?
Closed 5 years ago. I have heard of two different European aviation authorities: EASA and JAA (or JAAT). What is the difference in their functions? This would include things such as: …
How do aviation regulatory bodies relate to each other?
I am trying to make a overview how regulatory bodies in aviation safety interrelate. Maybe something like a hierarchy. I would start with ICAO and IATA, but where comes then for …
What are the requirements to convert an FAA certificate to …
Dec 18, 2014 · 14 If a pilot holding a US certificate wanted to convert it to an equivalent EASA (JAA?) certificate, what training, flight experience, and exams are necessary to obtain …
How do I renew/revalidate my lapsed JAR PPL?
Sep 8, 2016 · I'll have a go at answering this. It's confused by the UK's transition from the JAA to EASA licensing. My JAR-PPL (A), issued in 2011, is valid for 5 years so yes, I assume yours …
When is a runway considered to be wet or slippery for 135 or 121 ...
Jan 18, 2020 · JAA says that a runway is considered wet "when the runway surface is covered with water, or equivalent, less than specified [for a contaminated runway] or when there is …
EASA and National Aviation Authorities
Aug 28, 2018 · What are the boundaries of responsibility by the National Aviation Authorities (Member States of EASA, e.g. France = DGAC) versus the responsibilities of EASA …
Why does the Piper Malibu require a type rating?
The Wikipedia page on type ratings says that most single-engine piston aircraft are covered under a single class rating but under JAA regulations the Piper Malibu requires its own type rating.
Do the FAA 8130-3 and EASA Form 1 have a validity period?
Oct 3, 2021 · I have investigated both FAA and EASA regulations and am unable to conclude if there is any restriction or limitation to the validity of an FAA 8130-3 or EASA Form 1 release. …