FAA Airman Certificate and Rating Application

To submit this form, ensure all fields are accurately filled out, and review for completeness. Submit the form via the following methods: Email: aviation@faa.gov Fax: (202) 267-5094 Online: FAA's official submission portal at faa.gov/ Mail: Federal Aviation Administration, Airman Certification Branch, P.O. Box 25082, Oklahoma City, OK 73125 Advice: Always double-check your information to avoid processing delays. Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records.

Important dates for submitting this form might include deadlines for renewals, proficiency check dates, and expiration dates for specific certificates. For accurate planning, keep track of these deadlines.

The purpose of the Airman Certificate and/or Rating Application form, commonly referred to as FAA Form 8710-11, is to provide a standardized method for individuals to apply for, renew, or update their aviation certifications and ratings. The form captures essential personal and certification information required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to process applications efficiently. Ensuring that all the necessary details are correctly filled out is crucial for the successful issuance or renewal of an airman certificate. This form serves various applicants including student pilots, private pilots, and those with foreign licenses, enabling the FAA to maintain a consistent and regulated certification process. By accurately completing and submitting this form, applicants can demonstrate their qualifications and adherence to FAA standards, ultimately contributing to maintaining high levels of safety and proficiency in aviation.

• 1. Applicant Information: Includes personal details such as name, date of birth, address, and citizenship status.
• 2. Certificate Type: Allows the applicant to specify the type of certificate or rating they are applying for.
• 3. Medical and Driver's License Information: Requires details about any medical certificates and US driver's licenses held by the applicant.
• 4. Record of Pilot Time: Documents the applicant's flight time experience in various categories.
• 5. Instructor's Recommendation: Includes a section for an instructor's endorsement if applicable.
• 6. Examiner's Report: To be filled out by the examiner after reviewing the applicant's qualifications and testing results.
• 7. Instructions and Attachments: Guides the applicant on additional documentation required and where to submit the form.

Failure to submit this form can result in delays in obtaining or renewing your certification. It may also lead to gaps in eligibility to operate certain aircraft.

• Application Delay: A delay in processing your application due to incomplete or missing information.
• Certification Lapse: Risk of your current certification expiring without timely renewal.
• Loss of Flight Privileges: Ineligibility to fly the aircraft specified until the certification process is complete.

• 1. New Certification: Apply for your initial airman certificate.
• 2. Renewal: Renew an expired or soon-to-expire certificate.
• 3. Adding Ratings: Request additional ratings for different aircraft types.
• 4. Foreign License Conversion: Convert your foreign pilot license to a US certificate.
• 5. Reissuance: Request a reissue of a lost or damaged certificate.