For business aviation pilots based at Le Bourget, we are able to offer FCL055 examinations in your offices. We just need an office and Internet access.
An examiner is available in our office in Le Bourget and can easily come to your offices anytime.
The examination lasts about 20 to 30 minutes on average. There are always two examiners present for the examination. One of them may be using Skype remotely.
The examination is based on a personal presentation or introduction exercise followed by a discussion in English on aviation themes.
Candidates will be required to analyze a text in English and summarize it. Next, they will be given a picture of a typical aviation scene or an incident and will be asked to give a detailed description drawing on personal experience where possible.
The examination ends with a simulated flight to check ATC communications.
The result is given immediately and a short debriefing is provided to candidates after the examination.
The exam is recognized by the DGAC in France, including level 6.
72 hours after the exam you will receive all the necessary paperwork for endorsement on your license. You can go to a licensing office or send all the paperwork by post to your regional office.