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Foreign license conversion to FAA
Already a licensed pilot in another country? We help you convert your experience into an FAA certificate, with clear guidance on verification, training and testing in English or Spanish.
Foreign license from an ICAO member state
FAA confirms your license first
Logged flight time can count
Bilingual guidance
Turn your license into an FAA certificate
There are two common routes. A private pilot certificate issued on the basis of your foreign license lets you fly privately in the U.S. To fly professionally, you earn a standalone FAA certificate, using your existing experience toward the requirements.
- FAA verification of your foreign license
- Logbook review and gap analysis
- Training focused on FAA procedures and airspace
- Preparation for FAA knowledge tests and checkrides
- TSA approval guidance for non-U.S. citizens
Pilots who are not U.S. citizens need TSA Flight Training Security Program approval before flight training.
From foreign license to FAA certificate
Every pilot’s path is different, so we start by reviewing your license and logbook.
Logbook review
An advisor reviews your license, ratings and logbook to recommend the right route.
License verification
Request FAA verification of your foreign license, which can take several weeks.
FAA training
Train on FAA regulations, procedures and U.S. airspace with our instructors.
Tests and checkride
Pass the required FAA knowledge tests and practical test for your new certificate.
Guidance from start to finish
Bilingual team
Guidance in English and Spanish, plus help with aviation English.
Clear plan
A logbook review shows exactly what you need and nothing more.
International support
Help with visas, TSA approval and arrival in Miami.
Career pathway
Continue to CFI ratings or our airline pathway after conversion.
After your conversion
Commercial Pilot
Qualify to be paid to fly with an FAA certificate.
Instrument Rating
Add an FAA instrument rating to fly IFR in the U.S.
Interview Prep
Prepare for airline interviews and assessments.
In most cases, yes. Flight time logged under your foreign license can be used toward FAA experience requirements. Your advisor will confirm during the logbook review.
FAA verification of a foreign license can take several weeks, so we recommend starting it early in the process.
For a standalone FAA certificate, yes. You will pass the FAA knowledge tests and practical test for the certificate you are earning.
Yes. FAA certificates require English proficiency. Our bilingual team helps you strengthen your aviation English during training.
Fly in the USA with an FAA certificate
Request information and an advisor will review your license and logbook and recommend the right route.
- 10280 10th St, Miami, FL 33172
- Advising in English and Spanish