Pilot Qualifications

Entry to the XC League is open to all flying members of the BHPA who have a Pilot or higher rating. The Pilot exam demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary for XC planning, in particular for avoiding restricted airspace.If you are a Club Pilot and interested in XC flying, you can enter your flights provided you are flying within the coaching environment of your club. The following conditions must be met
You must have a full understanding of the airspace you will be flying in and must have been briefed beforehand by a qualified pilot.You must pass your Pilot exam as soon as possible, if not in the current season then before the start of the next. Not doing so may result in your flights being removed. It is the responsibility of the pilot to ensure that their BHPA membership is current and any flights made when not a member will be removed. Non UK residents entering flights into the International League must have either full BHPA membership or a UK FAI card.