GACA - الهيئة العامة للطيران المدني

Training Organization

This service allows the beneficiaries to apply for Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE), appointed in accordance with GACAR 183.31, who meets the qualification requirements of the Order 8900.2.

The prerequisite requirements for a Designated Pilot Examiner:
Note: A DPE for a rotorcraft/helicopter designation must hold the appropriate category, class, and, if appropriate, type ratings. Examiner's authorizations will be issued on the basis of each make and basic model of helicopter, regardless of the aircraft's size and power.

Technically qualified;
Holds all pertinent category, class, and type ratings for each aircraft related to their designation;
Meets requirements of GACAR part 61, sections 61.17, 61.21, 61.57, and 61.58, as appropriate;
Is current and qualified to act as pilot-in-command (PIC) of each aircraft for which they are authorized;
Maintains at least a second-class medical certificate;
Maintains a current flight instructor certificate.

E-book 14.4.1.19

EXAMINER DESIGNATION AND QUALIFICATION RECORD GACA_Form_8710-6 ( Download )

DPE01- Resume
DPE02- Copy of valid passport
DPE03- Aeronautical Experience (Logbook)
DPE04-Airman Certificate Flight Instructor
DPE05- Copy of valid medical certificate (Issued by the Medical Aviation Section based on the Issuance/Renewal of Medical Certificates e-Service)
DPE06- National ID
DPE07- Airman Certificate Pilot

Designees leverage the GACA’s workforce and provide certification services to the public. Designation is a privilege, not a right. Meeting the eligibility requirements does not guarantee appointment as a designee.

GACAR Part 183
GACA E-book Vol 14
FAA Order 8900.2A - General Aviation Airman Designee Handbook

Application : The applicant must submit all relevant documents as requested by the General Authority of Civil Aviation.
Review : GACA will review the documents submitted by the applicant and verify if it complies with the regulations and can ask the applicant to update his application.
Issue : GACA will only issue the Certificate/Permit when the E-Service process allows it and GACA is completely satisfied that all regulatory requirements have been adequately addressed.
Delivery : The Certificate/Permit will either be delivered electronically or manually according to the E-Service process.
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