Federal Register #2026-20099

FAA seeks comments on Special Purpose Pilot Authorization application information collection

The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking public comments on a proposed information collection for Special Purpose Pilot Authorization applications, not soliciting products or services. - Government buyer and issuing office - U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). - Purpose and applicants - The proposed collection supports applications under 14 CFR part 61, § 61.77, for pilots seeking authorization to perform pilot duties on U.S. civil aircraft leased by non-U.S. citizens. - Information requested from applicants - Personal, foreign pilot license, medical certificate, and employer information. - Supporting documentation about the foreign license and qualifications, and the aircraft lessee’s certification of employment and training. - Information used to assess age, medical eligibility, and existing Special Purpose Pilot Authorization status. - Estimated annual burden - Approximately 2,259 applicants, with an estimated one hour per response and 2,259 total burden hours annually. - The FAA is also seeking approval for a standardized application form intended to improve the application and approval process. - Procurement details - No products, contract services, OEMs, or vendors are identified; no contract value or period of performance applies.

Description

The Federal Aviation Administration is seeking public comments on a new information collection for applications for a Special Purpose Pilot Authorization (SPPA). The authorization applies to individuals seeking to perform pilot duties on a U.S. civil aircraft leased by a non-U.S. citizen, and the collected information will be used to determine applicant eligibility under 14 CFR part 61, § 61.77. Applicants provide personal, foreign pilot license, medical certificate, and employer information, along with specified eligibility documentation. The notice estimates approximately 2,259 applicants annually and an average burden of one hour per response.

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