NEW EASY ACCESS RULES FOR AIRCREW
We would like to draw your attention to the fact that a new version of the „Easy Access Rules for Aircrew” document that contains key EU regulations and AMC’s for pilot training organizations has been issued in October 2026.
The new document contains, in an integrated form, among others, the content of EU Regulation No 2026/781 containing important modifications regarding FSTD qualification and suitability for training.
Most of the changes introduced by the Regulation will not enter into force until 30 April 2028, but some Part-FCL changes have already entered into force on 30 April 2006.
You can download the new document from the Regulation section of the EASA website:
https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/document-library/easy-access-rules/easy-access-rules-aircrew
ASSOCIATED TASKS
FSTD operators that have not yet done so should review the modifications and take the necessary steps to obtain the required FSTD Capability Signatures (FCS) for the FSTD’s they want to operate under the new, FCS-based qualification system from 30 April 2028.
Pilot training organizations that have not yet done so should review the modifications and update the FTSD qualification requirements in their Training Manuals if they want to use FSTD’s qualified in accordance with the new, FCS-based qualification system as well from 30 April 2028.
ASSISTANCE
If you need help with analyzing the impact of legislative changes on your organization and/or amending your manuals, please do not hesitate to contact us.