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Restricted Areas and Austrian National Parks

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national park

Austria

Airspace above Austrian national parks is subject to restrictions - but many pilots will likely never learn about these during flight preparation. After all, they are defined only in German-language state law and not listed in the AIP. What a mess…

Sep 30, 2025

Michael Weinold

European Air Law and the Chicago Convention

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FAA

EASA

ICAO

According to the Chicago Convention, ICAO member-states should mutually recognize pilot’s licenses. But since 2022, pilots with residency in the EU are required to hold both an FAA license and an EASA member-state license to fly N-registered aircraft in the EU. Why? Because of the scope of EASA Basic Regulation.

Jul 1, 2024

Michael Weinold

Obtaining an FAA Private Pilot Certificate based on an existing EASA Private Pilot’s License

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FAA

EASA

Obtaining an FAA license from an existing EASA license has been a popular way for EU pilots to fly in the United States. However, there is now more than one way to obtain an FAA license - with different associated requirements and limitations.

Jun 1, 2024

Michael Weinold

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Restricted Areas and Austrian National Parks

European Air Law and the Chicago Convention

Obtaining an FAA Private Pilot Certificate based on an existing EASA Private Pilot’s License