2.3 Pilot Qualification Requirements 2.3.1 The minimum pilot qualification for any flight across the NAT is a Private Pilot Licence (PPL). An Instrument Rating (IR) is required if operating at FL 60 or above. Some States require pilots to hold an IR to operate at any altitude in the NAT Region therefore it is imperative that pilots be acquainted with States varying legislative requirements. Irrespective of the mandatory requirements, it is strongly recommended that all pilots hold a valid IR. 2.3.2 The demanding nature of the NAT operational environment requires that the pilot-in- command has, in addition to cross-country flight time, the following flight experience a) that stipulated by the State of Registry for the pilot-in-command; and b) adequate recent flight experience in the use of long-range navigation and communications equipment.
