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Current topics in aviation licences
Private flights by Russian nationals exempted with an amendment to the EU Sanctions Regulation
, updated at 14:08The sanctions imposed by the European Union on Russia restrict the exercise of pilot privileges of Russian nationals in the EU. However, the new amendment to the Regulation, which entered into force on 25 June 2024, exempts private flights when the aircraft has a maximum seating capacity of no more than 4 persons and a maximum take-off mass of no more than 2000 kg. Flight training and proficiency checks for private pilot licences and related ratings on such aircraft are also permitted if the person does not intend to fly in Russia or otherwise use their skills for the benefit of Russia.
Changes in the interpretation of restrictive measures against Russian nationals and persons with dual EU-Russian citizenship in aviation for private pilots
, updated at 14:10N.B.: The EU Sanctions Regulation has been amended (2024/1745). Please read the most recent instructions in the news release "Private flights by Russian citizens exempted with an amendment to the EU Sanctions Regulation".
Changes to the Aircrew Regulation concerning helicopters
, updated at 8:53The Aircrew Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011 has been amended, introducing changes for helicopter pilots, operators and instructors. The new provisions entered into effect on 30 October 2022. We have summarised the key changes in this article.