UK CAA, EASA and Dual Licensing
Approved to Deliver Flight Training by both the UK CAA and EASA
Before you commence your pilot training, you will need to decide between obtaining a UK CAA, EASA or Dual licence. Each option offers distinct advantages, and the right choice will depend on where you plan to train, fly, and build your aviation career.
A UK CAA issued licence allows a pilot to operate UK registered aircraft and is the licence that all students doing their pilot training with us based in the UK will obtain (LEAP Oxford, Modular or University Modular). Achieving an EASA issued licence permits pilots to operate European registered aircraft and is the licence that all students doing their pilot training with us based in Spain will obtain (LEAP Alhama).
At Leading Edge Aviation, every course offers the option of a dual licence, giving you greater flexibility and expanding your career opportunities.
Why Obtain a
Obtaining your UK CAA and EASA Dual Licence
If you choose to pursue a Dual licence, you will need to hold two Class 1 Medical Certificates; one issued by the UK CAA and one issued under EASA. Your EASA medical certificate must be issued through, and assigned to, Denmark.
During your training, obtaining a Dual licence also requires completing additional regulatory requirements. This includes sitting a further 13 EASA ATPL theory examinations and completing an additional Instrument Rating Skill Test conducted by an EASA-approved examiner.
Dual Licence Fees
Your Dual licence fee includes all additional examination and training costs required. If you choose one of our Integrated courses, your Training Guarantee will also apply to your Dual licence examinations.
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FAQ’s
Where should I get my EASA Class 1 Medical Assigned to?
You will need to get your EASA Class 1 Medical assigned to the Danish authority (Denmark).
I have assigned my EASA Class 1 Medical to Spain, is this correct?
No. Unfortunately, you will need to get your Class 1 Medical reissued to the Danish authority to start your training with us. Whilst you won’t need to go through the Class 1 Medical process again, there will be an additional charge associated with getting this reissued to the correct authority. Leading Edge Aviation WILL NOT reimburse you for this.
Do I need to study any additional materials for a Dual licence?
Yes. If you opt to do a dual licence, you will not need to study any additional material, you will simply do two exams in the same 13 subjects (26 exams in total) and two Instrument Ratings.
What is the difference between an EASA and a UK CAA Licence?
A UK CAA issued licence allows a pilot to operate UK registered aircraft only and an EASA issued licence allows a pilot to operate European registered aircraft only. Holding a dual licence will allow you to fly both UK and European registered aircraft.
Am I more employable to an Airline if I have a Dual Licence?
In many cases, yes. Airlines that operate aircraft registered in both the UK and Europe often value pilots who hold a Dual licence, as it allows greater operational flexibility across their networks. This can reduce the need for licence conversions when assigning pilots to different bases or fleets.
Carriers such as Wizz Air and Ryanair, which operate across both UK and European bases, commonly benefit from pilots who already meet both UK CAA and EASA licensing requirements.