FAQs
Air Navigation Services
- What restrictions apply for building in the vicinity of the Owen Roberts and Gerrard-Smith international airports?
- The Cayman Islands Airport Authority has jurisdiction over legislation pertaining to the development and control of obstacles affecting Owen Roberts and Gerrard-Smith Airports. The contact for guidance is the Senior Manager Air Navigation Services, Cayman Islands Airports Authority, P.O.Box.10098, Grand Cayman KY1-1001, Tel: 345 943-7070
- What is required to obtain approval for a fireworks or laser light display?
- The following application form should be filled out and submitted: Notification of Outdoor Laser, Search Light or Fireworks Operations
- When should a Mandatory Occurrence Report be made and how should the report be submitted?
- This process is explained in the CAACI web link Mandatory Occurrence Reporting.
- Which Authority is responsible for the management and operation of airports in the Cayman Islands?
- The Cayman Islands Airports Authority (CIAA) is responsible for the management and operation of the Owen Roberts and Gerrard-Smith International Airports.
- Edward Bodden Airfield, Little Cayman is a privately owned airstrip for domestic flights only. Operational control is under the Sister Islands District Administration.
- Can I obtain assistance locally with applying for a Cuban over-flight permit?
- Yes, the CIAA’s Air Traffic Control/Aeronautical Information Services - aisoria@caymanairports.com can assist with filing the application.
- How can I obtain a copy of the Cayman Islands Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)?
- The Cayman Islands AIP is published by the Cayman Islands Airports Authority. A copy may be obtained from the CIAA’s Air Traffic Control/Aeronautical Information Services at - aisoria@caymanairports.com or from this web link CIAA Publications.
Operating Permits
- Do I need an operating permit to fly an owner operated private aircraft into the Cayman Islands
- No, an owner operated aircraft that is operated for private purposes do not require a permit.
- Do I need prior permission to operate a charter flight into the Cayman Islands?
- All foreign registered aircraft operating into the territory for valuable consideration (given or promised) must obtain an appropriate operating permit (scheduled or non-scheduled) from the CAACI. Application forms are provided at web link CAACI Operating Permit Forms.
Aircraft Registry
- Can a specific aircraft registration mark be reserved?
- Yes, an aircraft registration mark may be reserved at an additional cost of CI$100 for the next sequenced mark or for CI$300 for an out of sequence marking.
- What organization is eligible for an "Acceptance of Maintenance Arrangements" Approval?
- Any maintenance facility that has received acceptance/approval from the following: FAA 145 Repair Station Approval, JAA/EASA 145 Maintenance Approval and, Transport Canada CAR 573 Approved Maintenance Organization.
- What organisation is eligible for the grant of an OTAR 145 Approved Maintenance Organization?
- All of the organizations listed in the previous question.
- What is the normal period of validity of a Certificate of Airworthiness?
- Certificate of Airworthiness is valid for one year and may be renewed up to 60 days prior to expiry and still retain the original anniversary date.
Mortgaging of Aircraft
- Can a mortgage be registered for a Cayman Islands registered aircraft as security for a loan for that aircraft?
- A mortgage can be registered for an aircraft registered in the Cayman Islands as security for a loan or other valuable consideration for that aircraft, or for any store or spare parts for that aircraft.
- What is the validity period of a priority notice to register a mortgage?
- A mortgage registered within 14 days shall be deemed to have priority from the time when the priority notice was registered.
Pilot Licensing/Certificate of Validation
- How can I obtain a pilot licence validation certificate?
- Pilot licence validations are obtained by submitting an application on the Pilot Licence Certificate of Validation Renewal form.
- What is the normal period for processing a validation application?
- The normal period is five working days after receipt of all required documentation.
- Must the pilot licence include the aircraft rating for the aircraft proposed to be flown?
- Yes, the appropriate aircraft rating must be included in the licence.
- Must the pilot licence include the aircraft rating for the aircraft proposed to be flown?
- Yes, the appropriate aircraft rating must be included in the licence.
- What is the cost of a pilot licence validation certificate?
- A validation certificate is issued for twelve months and cost CI$200.00 or US$ 243.90.
- Can the validation certificate be mailed to my home address?
- The validation certificate is normally returned to the address of the operator of the aircraft, unless otherwise requested by him.
Finance
- What is the conversion rate of CI$ to US$ for your invoices?
- Invoices produced by the CAACI are quoted in Cayman Islands Dollars (CI$). The rate of conversion to United States Dollars (US$) is US$1 = CI$0.82.
- When are payment of invoices due?
- Payment of invoices should be made within 30 days of the invoiced date.
- What reference should be listed when paying by wire transfer?
- The aircraft registration mark and invoice #'s being paid should be referenced on the wire transfer.
- What forms of payment are accepted?
- Methods of payment are described at web link Payment Methods Page.
- What is the cost to register an aircraft in the Cayman Islands?
- The costs associated with registering an aircraft are listed on the Summary of Fees Page.
| Typical Costs to register an Aircraft in the Cayman Islands | |
|---|---|
| Initial issue of C of A (CI$200 per every 500kg plus $300 to calculate cost of C of A ) | This will very according to MTOW (Max Take off Weight) |
| Reservation of Registration Mark ($100 for in sequence, $300 for out of sequence) | This will vary depending on choice of Reg. Mark |
| Registration Certificate | $ 225.00 |
| C of A Inspection costs are charged at $250 per hour - normal survey = 8 hrs (average cost) This has a minimum charge of $250.00 per hr and a maximum of $2000.00 | $ 2,000.00 This is the standard charge per day. |
| All costs pertaining to surveyors travel and subsistence expenses are cost recoverable. (average cost - depending on surveyors home base and survey destination and is variable ) There is a minimum cost of $250.00 per hr and a maximum of $1000.00 | Surveyors are based in Cayman, UK, Germany and the US. |
| Noise certificate | $ 200.00 |
| Radio Installation Approval | $ 300.00 |
| Technical Coordinator (annual) | $ 1,000.00 |
| Approval of Maintenance facility (annual) | $ 2,000.00 |
| Approval of individual engineers/mechanics for line maintenance x 1 | $ 200.00 |
| RVSM (Designated Airspace) Approval | $ 400.00 |
| Pilot License validation (CI$ 200 per )x2 | $ 400.00 |