Aero Club and Section Membership Annual Fee
| Membership Organisation | Applicable ARO No. | Annual Fee | |
| AeCSA | Aero Club of South Africa | Compulsory | R 690.00 |
| ASSA | Airshow South Africa | R 850.00 | |
| BAFSA | Balloon & Airship Federation | ARO 001 | R 1,100.00 |
| MISASA | Microlight & Sport Aircraft Association | ARO 007 | R 410.00 |
| SSSA | Soaring Society of SA | ARO 003 | R 1,130.00 |
| SAC | Sport Aerobatic Club | ARO 002 | R 2,500.00 |
| SAGPA | Gyroplane Association | ARO 008 | R 580.00 |
| SAPFA | Power Flying Association | ARO 006 | R 620.00 |
| EAA 322 | Experimental Aircraft Association 322- Greater JHB | ARO 009 | R 400.00 |
| EAA 1502 | Experimental Aircraft Association 1502 – KZN | ARO 009 | R 600.00 |
| EAA 973 | Experimental Aircraft Association 973 – Krugersdorp | ARO 009 | R 600.00 |
| RAA | Rise Above Aviators | R 150.00 | |
| FAI | Sporting License (int. Competitions)/ Crew Card | R 400.00 | |
Payment option 1
Online payment via BlueBox. Login to membership or register a profile
Pay online by Credit or Cheque card.
Once payment is processed, download and print the membership certificate immediately.
Payment option 2
EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer)
The Aero Club of South Africa
Standard Bank, Acc: 202506231, Midrand 001155
Once the payment is processed forward the completed membership form along with the proof of payment to membership@aeroclub.org.za
Payment option 3
Card Machine transactions.
The Aero Club office is open from 8:00 to 16:30 Monday to Thursday and 8:00 to 16:00 on a Friday. An administrator will gladly assist with renewing your membership.
Address: Hangar 50, Hurricane Road, Rand Airport, Germiston, 1419
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Check your license on the CAA Portal
Once you have received your license card from CAA, you may access the CAA portal to check expiry and ratings. Select ‘Flight Crew License’ on the next page.
Member ATF & License Support
The Aero Club has created a Member Support Initiative to assist active members in their Recreational License and ATF applications to the CAA.
The Aero Club will assist members to collect documents, provide a function of validating completeness of an application and submissions to the CAA on the members behalf. The Cost for this service is R300 per submission and/or R150.00 for a courier service.
Submit an application
manage your applications
manage your aircraft
How to Submit an Application
1. REGISTER THE AIRCRAFT IN THE SYSTEM
Register the applicable aircraft in the system.
Access the menu item: AIRCRAFT – Add Aircraft.
You can register your own aircraft or an aircraft that does not belong to you, but for which you wish to submit an application. This functionality can also be used to request access to an aircraft that is already registered in the system.
2. COMPLETE A NEW APPLICATION
Once the aircraft has been registered or you have gained access permission for an aircraft, a new application must be created.
Should you wish to do an application for an Authority to Fly, this can be done by accessing the menu item AUTHORITY TO FLY – New Application
3. PAY THE APPLICATION SUBMISSION FEE
Once the application has been submitted, the page will redirected to cart for payment of the application submission fee of the applicable service provider.
It is possible to pay more than one application at the same time, but separate payments must be made for different services providers.
You have the option to make an online payment via our payment provider Paygate or to do an EFT payment and upload the proof of payment.
Please note that EFT payments are subject to a payment verification period (up to 3 working days).
After payment is done/verified, your application will be processed and you will be kept informed throughout the process via your preferred method of communication.
How to Manage Your Applications
All your applications can be accessed on the application management page for a specific application type.
The menu item AUTHORITY TO FLY – View and Manage Applications provides access to you Authority to Fly applications.
On this page you can:
– Continue applications that you have saved, but have not submitted for processing.
– Edit applications that have been referred back for additional information or corrections.
– See the exact status of your applications that are in progress, with a detailed process timeline.
– Reference past applications that have been completed.
How to Manage Your Aircraft
All the aircraft that you have access to, can be viewed on the aircraft management page, which can be accessed via the menu item AIRCRAFT – View and Manage Aircraft.
On this page you can:
– Edit core details of the aircraft.
– As owner of the aircraft – manage access permissions for the aircraft.
For more information on 3rd Party Insurance please contact
DJA Aviation (Pty) Ltd
Tel: 011 463 5550
dja-aviation.co.za
Insurance & Liabilities
Membership Benefits – Insurance
The Aero Club together with DJA Aviation offer a membership insurance benefit scheme for all members affiliated to the Aero Club Members Associations (See Section members). This covers third party liability as well as third party events liabilities.
3rd Party Legal Liability Insurance – under 600kg Aircraft
This 3rd Party Liability Scheme covers aircraft under 600kg in the category of microlights, light sport aircraft, gliders and gyrocopters as member owned aircraft with the following rates applicable to paid up Aero Club and applicable section membership:
| Cover Value Option | Microlight/LSA | Gyrocopter | Glider |
| R 500,000 | R 410/annum | R 700/annum | R 830/annum |
| R 1,000,000 | R 555/annum | R 985/annum | R 1,005/annum |
| R 2,000,000 | R 855/annum | R 1,555/annum |
3RD Party Legal Liability Insurance – over 600kg NTCA Aircraft
This 3rd Party Liability Scheme covers aircraft over 600kg in the category of amateur built including fixed and rotary wing, motorised gliders, gyrocopters, production built aircraft, limited aircraft and veteran aircraft as member owned aircraft with the following rates applicable to paid up Aero Club and applicable section membership:
| Cover Value Option | Microlight/LSA | ||
| R 500,000 | R 610/annum | ||
| R 1,000,000 | R 910/annum | ||
| R 2,000,000 | R 2,020/annum |
Approved Persons
Approved Persons – Regulatory
Approved Persons – Classes of Certificates
A person may become an AP in a number of ways, some examples:
– On the strength of a current AME licence with experience gained on NTCA
– By building under supervision of an AP an NTCA
– By maintaining under supervision of an AP an NTCA
– By gaining experience and taking applicable courses relevant to the type of NTCA and writing exams, an AP can become certified in a Class.
There are 3 classes of APs as defined in Part 66.04.4:
APC1: Inspection Certificate, which does not include inspections on repair, or modification work.
Certificates will be issued for specified airframe and engine groups, as well as avionic categories. Certificates will be issued for specified airframe and engine groups, with ratings as defined in Part 66.04 of B, D, and W.
APC2: Repair and maintenance certificate, which includes inspections on repair, maintenance or modification work which has been done as well as carrying out such work.
Certificates will be issued for specified airframe and engine groups, with ratings as defined in Part 66.04 of A, C, W and X (note that a General Notice PEL-2019/005 covers a change to the regulation anomaly)
APC3: Restricted inspection certificate for airframes and/or engines, issued by type, excluding inspections on modifications and repairs.
In general APC3 is applicable for those persons who have built their own aircraft and wish to carry out maintenance. It is also the entry certificate for those persons starting out in NTCA maintenance.
Approved Persons Certificate Application
Experience Requirements
APC1: The following minimum experience requirements are required to qualify for an APC1 Certificate:
– 20 Annual Inspections under supervision or 10 annual inspections signed off as an APC 3.
– 200 Hours total time experience
– 100 hours minimum on Airframe Group and Engine group being applied for.
– Practical Course in group applied for with factory or specialist approved by a Part 149 ARO
– Category X Requirements are as per 1), 2) and 3) above.
– If only Category X rating is sought then 150 hours of X rating experience needs to be performed under supervision
APC2: The following minimum experience requirements are required to qualify for an APC2 Certificate:
– 500 Hours total maintenance
– 250 hours minimum on Airframe Group and Engine group being applied for.
– Overhaul course for a variant in a particular group
– 3 overhaul/rebuilds under supervision
– 2 rubber engine replacements
– Category W Requirement is the same as for 1) and 2) above.
– If only W Category is sought, then the requirement in terms of 2) becomes 250 hours performing Category W work.
APC3: The following minimum experience requirements are required to qualify for an APC3 Certificate:
– 15 Annual Inspections under supervision, of which 10 must be in the respective group(s) applied for.
– Recommendation letter from the Supervising AP or AMO confirming experience
– Proof of being primary builder, build number and build log to be submitted. (If applicable)
– Administration course provided by a valid Part 149 ARO (Future Requirement);
Non-Type Certified Aircraft (NTCA) Groups
The certificates referred to in Part 66 sub part 4 may be issued in one or more of the following groups:
Airframes are classified into the following groups—
Group 1 – Aeroplanes of wooden construction, with an MCM of 5 700 kg or less;
Group 2 – Aeroplanes constructed of composites, with an MCM of 5 700 kg or less;
Group 3 – Aeroplanes of fabric-covered tubular-metal construction, with an MCM of 5 700 kg or less;
Group 4 – Unpressurised aeroplanes of all-metal construction, with an MCM of 5 700 kg or less;
Group 5 – Pressurised aeroplanes of all-metal construction, with an MCM of 5 700 kg or less;
Group 6 – Unpressurised aeroplanes of all-metal construction, with an MCM exceeding 5 700 kg;
Group 7 – Rotorcraft powered by reciprocating engines;
Group 8 – Pressurised aeroplanes of all-metal construction, with an MCM exceeding 5 700 kg;
Group 9 – Rotorcraft powered by turbine jet engines, with an MCM of 3 180 kg or less;
Group 10 – Rotorcraft powered by turbine jet engines, with an MCM exceeding 3 180 kg;
Group 11 – Aeroplanes constructed of composites, with an MCM exceeding 5 700 kg;
Group 12 – Balloons;
Group 13 – Trikes; and
Group 14 – All other aircraft.
Engines are classified into the following groups—
Group 01 – All horizontally opposed normally-aspirated piston engines;
Group 02 – All horizontally opposed turbo-normalised, turbo-charged and supercharged piston engines;
Group 03 – All in-line piston engines;
Group 04 – All radial engines;
Group 05 – Turbine jet engines; and
Group 06 – All other engines.
Initial Application or Renewal forms
Initial and Amendment application document requirements:
1. Application form CA 66.01 must be completed and signed by the applicant
2. Proof of experience and work done
3. Experience as per above
4. Hours as per above
5. Summary of experience
6. Copies of qualification and/or certificates of course attended pertaining to ratings requested
7. A letter of recommendation from an appropriately qualified organisation or person clearly detailing the type of maintenance performed and the hours associated with the training undertaken by the applicant
8. Proof of exams (if applicable)
9. Copy of AME license (if applicable)
10. Copy of ID/Passport
11. Copy of AP certificate – applicable for amendment
12. The prescribed fee as in Part 187
Please note that the above information is for information purposes only, the attached forms will have to be submitted to SACAA for processing.
If you have any questions regarding AP documents please contact Salome Maree: salome@aeroclub.org.za
For Initial Application: Forms CA66.14 (Application) and CA66.07 (Requirements)
For Renewal: Forms CA66.01 (Application) and CA66.08 (Requirements)
Application for written examination: Forms CA61.91
(updated 27 August 2024)
Initial Application of an Approved Person Certificate – R 638.00 (28 Feb 2025)
Bi-Annual renewal of an Approved Person certificate – R 669.00 (28 Feb 2025)
SACAA banking and payment information
BANK DEPOSITS TO THE SACAA
The South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has embarked on a project to streamline its processes to identify and receipt deposits made into its current bank account. Currently many deposits are made without clear referencing. This makes it difficult to allocate the payment(s) to a particular transaction/application or account holder. PLEASE adhere to the deposit referencing requirements stipulated in the document for all deposits into the SACAA account with immediate effect.
The banking details are also confirmed.
Approved Persons Register / member forum
HELP US TO HELP YOU!
We are building a database of Approved Persons to list on our website.
The idea being that those looking for the services of an AP can look up a suitable AP with the competency needed for owner aircraft being built or being maintained. Each AP listed here will have given consent to publish their information in accordance with the requirements of the popi act.
This project is a work in progress. If you are an AP, and wish to publish your AP information on our website, contact Salome Maree: salome@aeroclub.org.za
Download the CA 12.07
External notification of accident
CAR Part 12.02.1; 12.02.2 and 12.02.3
Report Accident or Incident
24 HOUR CONTACT – AiidInbox@caa.co.za / +27 (0) 60 991 9915
OTHER CONTACTS
Manager – Safety Information
Soomesh Maharaj
Office: +27 (0) 11 545 1178
Mobile: +27 (0) 83 461 6027
Email: Soomeshm@caa.co.za; or
Manager – Accidents and Serious Incident
Renisha Schoonraad
Accident and Incident Investigations
Mobile: +27 (0) 67 412 4868
Email: Schoonraadr@caa.co.za; or
Senior Manager – Accident and Incident Investigations
Albert Phuti Morudi
Office: +27 (0) 11 545 1054
Mobile: +27 (0) 83 461 6295
E-mail: morudia@caa.co.za
NOTIFICATION TO AUTHORITY
The Accident and Incident Investigations Department (AIID) should be notified immediately through the information provided on the website upon occurring of an Incident occurs within the territory of the Republic of South Africa into any aircraft or in foreign territory to an aircraft registered in South Africa. All notifications should be forwarded to the Investigator on call and Manager: Accident and Incident Investigations their respective contact details are available on the CAA website 24/7 hrs. This notification could be in the form of a telephone call or e-mail.
In the event of an occurrence, it is most probable that one or more of the following will notify Civil Aviation Authority and Accident Investigation Department:
- Air Traffic Controller
- Owner/Operator
- Aircraft pilot/surviving crew members
- Handling agent/Maintenance organization
- Police/Local Authority
- Eyewitness
- State of Occurrence, in the event of an occurrence in foreign territory to an aircraft registered in South Africa
The legal responsibility for notification of an Incident rests first with commander of the aircraft or, if he be killed or incapacitated, then the operator and if the occurrence is in foreign territory, the State of Occurrence. If the Incident occurs on or adjacent to an aerodrome, then the aerodrome operator is also required to notify the Incident. The notification is required to be passed to the Authority by the quickest means and giving, as far as possible, the required information mentioned in the paragraph below.
Recording of Notification
The recording should be made using an Accident/Incident Recording form format as approved; the recording must contain the following information.
– For accidents the identifying abbreviation ACCID, for serious incidents INCID;
– Manufacturer, model, nationality and registration marks, and serial number of the aircraft.
– Name of owner, operator and hirer, if any, of the aircraft.
– Qualification of the pilot-in-command, and nationality of crew and passengers.
– Date and time (local time or UTC) of the incident.
– Last point of departure and point of intended landing of the aircraft.
– Position of the aircraft with reference to some easily defined geographical point and latitude and longitude.
– Number of crew and passengers; aboard, killed and seriously injured; others, killed and seriously injured.
– Description of the accident or serious incident and the extent of damage to the aircraft so far as is known.
– An indication to what extent the investigation will be conducted or is proposed to be delegated by the State of Occurrence.
– Physical characteristics of the accident or serious incident area, as well as an indication of access difficulties or special requirements to reach the site;
– Identification of the originating authority and means to contact the investigator-in-charge and the Incident investigation authority of the State of Occurrence at any time; and
– Presence and description of dangerous goods on board the aircraft.
3RD Party Leal Liability Insurance – over 600kg NTCA Aircraft
| INTERNAL REPORT | Within 24 hours or a day following a public holiday or weekend |
| ACCIDENT NOTIFICATION TO OTHER STATES AND ICAO | As soon as practically possible, within five working days after AIID has been notified |
| PRELIMINARY REPORT | Within 30 days |
| INTERIM REPORT | At 12 months anniversary of the occurrence unless the final report has been published |
| FINAL REPORT | Published within 12 months of the occurrence |
