Apply for class rating authorization (CRI) or flight instructor authorization (FI) for the aircraft PPL(A) and helicopter PPL(H) license as well as the flight instructor authorization for the glider (SPL) and balloon (BPL) license

Under certain conditions, you can apply for a class rating (CRI), flight instructor rating (FI) or flight instructor rating.

The Darmstadt and Kassel regional councils are responsible for private pilot licenses (without instrument flight) for aircraft and helicopters, glider pilot licenses and balloon pilot licenses and light aircraft pilot licenses (LAPL) for aircraft and helicopters.

Citizens can apply for class rating authorizations (CRI) or flight instructor authorizations (FI) for the aircraft PPL(A) and helicopter PPL(H) licenses as well as flight instructor authorizations for the glider (SPL) and balloon (BPL) licenses.

The regional councils are responsible:

• Darmstadt Regional Council - Department of Air and Road Traffic, Noise Protection
• Regional Council Kassel - Traffic Department

Please contact the regional council responsible for you:

• Darmstadt Regional Council - Aviation and Road Haulage Department, Noise Protection
• Regional Council Kassel - Traffic Department

• Application form
• Proof of flight instruction hours in the role of a CRI/FI
• Proof of a passed assessment of competence according to FCL.935 for single or multi-engine aircraft
• Proof of successfully completed training as a CRI/FI with an ATO or a competent authority

• Forms available: Yes
• Written form required: Yes
• Informal application possible: No
• Personal appearance necessary: No
• Online services available: Yes

• Possession of a valid pilot license LAPL, PPL, SPL or BPL
• Flight instruction hours in the role of a CRI/FI
• Competency assessment in accordance with FCL.935 for single or multi-engine aircraft
• Training as a CRI/FI with an ATO or a competent authority
  

You can file a complaint with the administrative court.

• You apply for a class rating authorization (CRI) or a flight instructor authorization.
• You submit all the necessary documents with the application.
• The documents are checked for accuracy and completeness.
• You pay the fee for the administrative service.
• Return of the old license
• A modified license will be issued.