lentäjätodistus

Lentäjätodistus, commonly translated as pilot's license or pilot's certificate, is an official document that authorizes an individual to act as a pilot of an aircraft. The specific requirements and privileges associated with a lentäjätodistus vary significantly depending on the country of issuance and the type of license held. In general, obtaining a pilot's license involves a combination of theoretical knowledge instruction and practical flight training.

Theoretical instruction typically covers subjects such as aerodynamics, meteorology, navigation, air law, aircraft systems, and human performance. Practical training involves accumulating a certain number of flight hours under the supervision of a certified flight instructor, demonstrating proficiency in various flight maneuvers, emergency procedures, and navigation techniques.

Pilot licenses are categorized into different classes and ratings, each conferring specific privileges. Common categories include student pilot licenses, private pilot licenses (PPL), commercial pilot licenses (CPL), and airline transport pilot licenses (ATPL). Ratings can further specify the type of aircraft a pilot is qualified to fly, such as single-engine or multi-engine airplanes, helicopters, or gliders. The issuance and regulation of pilot licenses are typically overseen by national aviation authorities, such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the United States or the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) in Europe. Maintaining a pilot's license often requires periodic medical examinations and recurrent training or proficiency checks.