EASA pilot logbook: what FCL.050 requires

A practical summary of what goes in an EASA logbook and how AirDrive handles each part.

EASA pilot logbook: what FCL.050 requires - AirDrive
EASA pilot logbook: what FCL.050 requires - AirDrive
EASA pilot logbook: what FCL.050 requires - AirDrive

What AMC1 FCL.050 asks you to record

Date; place and time of departure and arrival; aircraft registration, make and model; single or multi-engine time; total time; PIC name; day and night landings; night time; IFR time; pilot function (PIC, co-pilot, dual, instructor); remarks.

Times in UTC

AirDrive records flight times in UTC and converts the local times printed in rosters using each airport time zone.

Recency and flight time limitations

Beyond the logbook, AirDrive watches 90-day recency, the 28-day and annual flight time limits and your document expiry dates. See the rules page for the thresholds and sources.

Simulator and training

FSTD sessions are logged separately with type and session time. Training and checks sit in the same logbook as your line flying.

Frequently asked questions

Is AirDrive approved by EASA?

EASA does not approve logbook apps. AirDrive is designed around the AMC1 FCL.050 content so your record contains what the regulation lists.

Is AirDrive free?

The complete legal logbook, with no flight limit, is free. Airline roster imports, email import, salary and other automation are Premium.

Does it work offline?

Yes. AirDrive is offline-first: flights are saved on your device first and synced when the network is back.

Is it for EASA pilots?

Yes. It stores every field required by AMC1 FCL.050 and exports an EASA-format PDF.

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