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Initial issue and resits

All examinations are conducted at the CAA, Aviation House, Gatwick.

2024

Date of exam

Closing date of applications:

13 December

29 November

2025

Exam date

Closing date of applications:

7 February

24 January

4 April

21 March

6 June

23 May

1 August

18 July

Application Process

Please use application form SRG 1142.

Examination fees are in accordance with the CAA Scheme of Charges.

For further information regarding balloon licences and how to apply for them see the Pilot Licences for Balloons page.

Please note - The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), as the Competent Authority for Examinations is in the process of introducing electronic examinations (e-Exams) to replace the paper-based system. This transition has begun with Flight Crew Professional examinations for Aeroplane & Helicopter ATPL, CPL and IR.

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