FAA Revives Pilot Certification Paperwork Process
Published Date: 2/13/2026
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Summary
The FAA is bringing back a paperwork process that helps make sure pilot training programs meet safety rules. This affects flight schools and airlines who must submit their training plans for approval. If you have thoughts, send them by April 14, 2026—this keeps pilot training safe and smooth without extra costs for most folks.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Annual Paperwork for Pilot Training Programs
The FAA will reinstate an information collection (OMB Control Number 2120-0755) that requires review of Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certification Training Program submissions. The rule lists 5,523 respondents, occurs 1 time per year, has an estimated average burden of 14 minutes per response, and a total annual burden of 1,329 hours.
Schools May Certify Graduates' ATP Eligibility
The FAA will review educational institutions' applications under 14 CFR 61.160 so institutions can receive authorization to certify that their graduates meet minimum requirements. Institutions that receive letters of authorization may place a certifying statement on a graduate's transcript indicating eligibility for a restricted-privileges ATP certificate.
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