Who needs an FAA 8710-1 form?
The airman certificate and/or rating application is used by the Federal Aviation Administration to certify the current qualification level of the airman and to allow him to apply for a new, higher rating.
What is the purpose of the FAA 8710-1 form?
The information provided in the form is used by the Federal Aviation Administration to issue an airman certificate and rating or to inspect the airman’s eligibility for a certain certification or rating. The investigation will show if the airman is qualified to perform the duties related to the certificate or rating for which he is applying.
What documents must accompany the FAA 8710-1 form?
The Federal Aviation Administration may need other documents certifying the airman’s qualifications.
When is the FAA 8710-1 form due?
The applicant has to fill out the form when there is a need to apply for the airman certification or rating.
What information should be provided in the FAA 8710-1 form?
While completing the application, the airman will need to add the following information:
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Personal information: name, Social Security number, date and place of birth, residential and mailing address, nationality, language spoken, height, weight, hair and eye color, sex
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Information about the FAA Pilot Certificate: grade, number, date issued
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Information about the medical certificate: class, name of the medical examiner, date issued, narcotics drugs
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Basis for the certificate or rating: information about the airmen test and the aircraft
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Information about the US military competence and experience
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Information about the graduation of the approved course
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Information about the foreign license
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Information about the air carrier’s training program
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Record of pilot time
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Information about the test failed
The applicant has to sign and date the form.
What do I do with the form after its completion?
The signed form is forwarded to the Federal Aviation Administration's Airmen Certification Branch.
