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RegistrationNo.DescriptionFee (GBP)Guidance 1.1Registration of aircraft£ 300 1.2Registration of engine£ 300 1.3Selected registration mark for aeroplane  1.3.1if MTOM ≤ 5700 kg£ 525 1.3.2if MTOM > 5700 kg£ 1250 1.4Selected registration mark for helicopter  1.4.1if MTOM ≤ 3175 kg£ 525 1.4.2if MTOM > 3175 kg£ 1250 1.5Reservation of selected registration mark…

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The fee for a maintenance organisation or CAMO validation is £ 195, -

What is a GAR 39 Option 1 CAMO validation? It is a simplified approval that allows an already approved CAMO to manage the continuing airworthiness of Guernsey-registered aircraft. Instead of obtaining a full GAR approval, the CAMO is validated based…

2-REG can validate CAO approvals. Please note that if the organisation wishes to exercise both privileges that fall under GAR 39 and GAR 145, the organisation must apply for both an AMO and a CAMO approval validation. If you wish…

Aviation authorities seeking information regarding the export of aircraft to Guernsey, including applicable import requirements and the submission of deregistration documentation, are invited to refer to the official guidance provided by the Guernsey civil aircraft registry. Guernsey, a British Crown…

When should I apply for an AMEL validation?You should apply for an AMEL validation if the aircraft you will work on is: Not used for commercial air transport or aerial work (i.e. non-commercial)An aeroplane with MTOM ≤ 5,700 kgAn aeroplane…

What is a GAR 145 Option 1 validation? It is a simplified approval that allows an already approved maintenance organisation to perform maintenance on Guernsey-registered aircraft. Instead of obtaining a full GAR approval, the maintenance organisation is validated based on…

Guernsey does not issue type certificates, but issues a type acceptance certificate. The basis for this is a TCDS issued by EASA, FAA, UK, ANAC or TCCA. The aircraft will follow the Guernsey jurisdiction. However, the type certification, as per…

The table below provides the applicable Type Acceptance Certificate (TAC) numbers by aircraft type and accepted authority. To determine the full TAC number, combine the number shown in the TAC-column with the suffix corresponding to the authority listed in the…

In order to apply for a GAR 145 Option 2 approval, please complete the online GAR 145/GAR39 Option 2 application. Furthermore, please provide your draft documents (Typically your 2-REG MOE and SMS) for our review. You are invited for a…

Do I need to advise the Registry of a change of ownership? Yes. The Guernsey Aircraft Registry must be notified of any change of ownership to ensure the aircraft register remains accurate and up to date. Within what time period…

Where two or more aircraft assets are the subject of one charge or where the same aircraft asset is the subject of two or more charges, separate applications shall be made in respect of each aircraft asset or of each…

We would require the following documents from the resident agent in order to complete the due diligence for an aircraft registration. Acceptance letter confirming the KYC has been done on the owning entity, including a brief summary, UBO’s and fiduciary…

Where are the full requirements defined? Full eligibility and admission criteria are set out in GAC REG-1. Which aircraft are eligible? Aircraft must: Be type certificated, andBe eligible for a Type Acceptance Certificate under GAR 21 The following are not…

2-REG does issue Air Operator Certificates (AOC) The certification process for a Guernsey AOC follows the ICAO five-phase process.  A Guernsey AOC operator must have its Principal Place of Business (PPB) in Guernsey. The requirements for the PPB are stated…

Who needs a Guernsey licence validation?Any flight crew operating an aircraft registered in Guernsey must hold a flight crew licence validation. What are the main requirements to obtain a validation?Applicants must hold a current ICAO-compliant licence, valid ratings, a medical…

An ICAO callsign (3-letter designator and telephony designator) is a unique identifier used for air traffic control communications and operational identification. Only Guernsey AOC holders can apply for an ICAO callsign. Applications must be submitted directly via the International Civil…

Since SELCAL is an ICAO managed communications method, we do not assign these codes. Please visit http://www.asri.aero/selcal/ for SELCAL application information.

For private operation of the aircraft the Guernsey Air Navigation Law section 77 requires the operator to be approved by means of a Section 77 approval (Private Operator Certificate/POC). In essence, you will need an Ops Manual and an SMS…