Exemption from Airworthiness Requirements - Guidance for Applicants

Information for applicants seeking an exemption from airworthiness requirements

Before you apply please check our guidance on eligibility for exemption applications

Associated rules and regulations

Article 14(4) of Regulation (EC) 216/2008
Form SRG 1743

How to apply

One application form should be completed for each exemption request and forwarded to Applications and Approvals (A&A) either by email or post.

What to expect

  • A&A will process the fee and pass to an Airworthiness Surveyor in a CAA regional office or Aircraft Certification for assessment.
  • The Airworthiness Surveyor will assess the application and may contact the applicant to request further supporting information.
  • Once the application has been assessed, if the exemption can be granted, a letter and exemption approval will be produced and sent to the applicant.

Contact us

Still not sure what to do, then contact aanda@caa.co.uk

Applications and Approvals
Civil Aviation Authority
Aviation House
Gatwick Airport South
West Sussex
RH6 0YR

Telephone: 01293 768374 (open 8.30am to 5pm)