Licences and certificates

We provide information and advice to help you apply for, receive and maintain CASA licences and certificates.

Download your digital licence

If you hold a current Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) you can carry your licence on your Apple and Android devices.

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Information for

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Pilots

Find out how to become a pilot, different licences and permissions, and what you need to do to stay current.

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Radio operators

Find out who needs a radio operator certificate and how to apply for one.

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Air traffic controllers

Learn about applying for a licence, the ratings you need and the rules that apply.

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Air operators

Learn about the certificates you need to operate commercially, and how to apply.

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Delegates

Find out what an industry delegate is, the types of delegates, and how to become one.

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Maintenance engineers

Find out how to become an aircraft maintenance engineer, different types of licences, and how to apply.

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Flight examiners

Find out how to become an examiner, the ratings you need, and resources to help you do your job.

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Flight instructors

Find out how to become an instructor, the ratings you need, and resources to help you do your job.

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Medical professionals

Information for designated aviation medical examiners (DAMEs) and designated aviation ophthalmologists (DAOs).

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Aircraft certification and design

Learn about production and design approvals, supplemental type certificates and how to search.

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Aviation medicals

Learn about the medicals pilots and air traffic controllers need, including how to apply, renew, and appeal a decision.

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Aviation reference numbers

Find out about aviation reference numbers (ARNs) and how to apply for one.

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Drone licences

Find out how to get accredited, licenced or become a certified operator or training provider.

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English language standards

Learn about the English language standards you must meet to use an aeronautical radio.

Fee payment

Fee payment options for licences and certificates

Use our secure online payment gateway to pay for application fees, such as aircraft registration and licences.

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Flight simulation training devices

Search through our list of flight simulation training devices in Australia.

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Foreign operator certificates

Find out about foreign air transport air operator certificates (FATAOCs), including who needs one and how to apply.

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The rules

See all the safety regulations, manuals of standards, advisory and guidance material.

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Online version available at: https://www.casa.gov.au//licences-and-certificates
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