Getting a type rating overseas

We recognise overseas aircraft type rating training and flight tests if:

• you completed them in a recognised foreign state
• the training meets that state's requirements for the rating
• the rating matches the Australian type rating.

Recognised foreign states

You must have completed the training and flight test in a recognised foreign state, which includes:

• Canada
• Hong Kong
• New Zealand
• United Kingdom
• United States of America
• EASA member states listed in Part 61 (61.010) (Search for ‘recognised foreign state’ on the page.)

Complete your type rating training overseas

You can complete type rating training overseas with a provider authorised by the national aviation authority (NAA) of the recognised foreign state.

You can also complete the required flight test or assessment overseas, with an examiner authorised by that same NAA.

Before start your training

Check the following before you start:

• Your training provider is authorised by the NAA of a foreign recognised state.
• That same NAA authorises your examiner to conduct the flight test.
• Ensure your overseas training provider will provide you evidence suitable for an Australian type rating application.
• You hold a CASA aviation reference number (ARN).

Keep your training records, certificate of completion and assessment results. You will need to attach certified true copies to your application.

Apply for a type rating using overseas qualifications

Follow these steps to apply: