Regulation (EU) 2020/357

Applicants for an FE(B) certificate shall:

1. comply with the requirements of subparagraphs (a)(1)(i) and (2) of point BFCL.400;
2. have completed the FE(B) standardisation course in accordance with point BFCL.430;
3. have completed an assessment of competence in accordance with point BFCL.445;
4. demonstrate relevant background related to the privileges of the FE(B) certificate; and
5. demonstrate that he or she has not been subject to any sanctions, including the suspension, limitation or revocation of any of his or her licences, ratings or certificates issued in accordance with this Annex, with Annex I (Part-FCL) to Regulation (EU) No 1178/2011, or with Annex III (Part-SFCL) to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2018/1976, for non-compliance with Regulation (EU) 2018/1139 and its delegated and implementing acts during the last three years.

ED Decision 2020/003/R

When evaluating the applicant’s background, the competent authority should evaluate the personality and character of the applicant, and their cooperation with the competent authority. The competent authority may also take into account whether the applicant has been convicted of any relevant criminal or other offences, taking into account national law and principles of non-discrimination.

→ BFCL.430