ärilennulitsents

ärilennulitsents is a term used in Estonian aviation discourse to denote a licence or certificate that authorizes individuals or organizations to engage in commercial air transport operations. The word is formed from äri (business/commercial), lennu (flight), and litsents (license), reflecting its function as a credential to conduct commercial aviation activities.

Regulatory framework for such licences is generally set by the national aviation authority in accordance with international standards. In the European Union, EU aviation rules administered by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) are implemented by member-state authorities and underpin both pilot licensing and operator certification. The licence typically covers the rights and obligations of the holder to perform specified commercial flight activities and remains aligned with ICAO conventions.

Pilot licensing within the concept of ärilennulitsents includes categories such as Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) with the appropriate ratings and, for certain operations, an Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL). Requirements usually include a valid medical certificate, theoretical knowledge examinations, practical flight training, and a minimum number of flight hours. Ongoing currency and additional type ratings may be required for specific aircraft.

Operator licensing involves an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) or equivalent, authorizing a company to conduct commercial air transport. This entails compliance with safety management systems, maintenance programs, operations manuals, and crew qualification standards. Licences are subject to periodic renewal, surveillance audits, and potential suspension or revocation for non-compliance or safety concerns.

See also: civil aviation authority, air operator certificate, pilot licence, ICAO, EASA.