Flight examination
The issue, renewal or extension of a pilot’s licence or authorisation is based on an examination that is carried out in accordance with the relevant national and international standards. Examinations are supervised and assessed by FOCA inspectors or by examiners appointed by the FOCA.
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Forms
Application and report forms
Checklists
Checklists concerning conversions of licences, proficiency checks, skill tests etc.
Use of Flight Simulation Training Devices
Competency Based Training and Assessement (CBTA)
Further information
Civil aviation medical service
In order to maintain valid the licenses, pilots and air traffic controllers are required to undergo periodical medical examinations. The Aeromedical Section (AMS) of FOCA supervises the Aeromedical Centers (AeMC) and the Aeromedical Examiners (AME). It is also the first instance for reviews in case of differences among pilots/controllers and AMEs.
Flight school
In order for a flight school to train pilots it has to hold a licence from the Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA). Based on the relevant Swiss regulations and the European standards that are applicable in Switzerland, the FOCA and its inspectors are responsible for defining a certification and supervision procedure for flight schools providing training for winged aircraft, helicopters and balloons.
