Be sure all applications are complete, and that you have included all required attachments, Incomplete or illegible applications (including those submitted without payment) cannot be processed.
The downloadable forms on this page, are all in PDF format. Adobe Reader must be installed on your computer to view these documents.
USUA membership is required to participate in any of these programs. Each form from the following instructions, contain fields allowing you to join or renew your USUA membership.
If you wish to join or renew your USUA membership separately, you may do so online inthe Flying Store, or you can download and complete the USUA membership application from the website.
USUA maintains an extensive list of forms available for download, on our Online Forms page.
If you are interested in learning to fly ultralights, first, select a qualified CFI near you.
Your instructor will make sure you are registered as a USUA Student Pilot, and as a full USUA member.
Student pilots must have reached the age of 12. Pilot Applicants must have reached the age of 16.
You will receive ground and flight instruction as defined in the USUA Ultralight Pilot Written And Practical Test Standards. Pilot applicants must log at least 10 hours of instruction, to include at least 3 hours of supervised solo. (Applicants who hold a valid FAA pilot certificate only need to log half this time)
Once you have completed the necessary instruction, your instructor will administer an oral, written, and flight test. Upon successful completion of these tests, your instructor will submit your USUA Pilot application to the USUA.
Registering your plane with the USUA:
To register your plane with the USUA, simply download and complete the USUA Vehicle Application. Mail this form, with appropriate fees, to the USUA.
This form is used for new applications, as well as transferring an existing registration from a different ultralight, or from another organization. If you are transferring a registration from another organization, your USUA registration number will be changed, to conform with USUA registration number conventions. Custom numbers are available, but must conform to the pre-described USUA format (see application for details).
Adding a category/class to your USUA Pilot rating:
If you are already a USUA pilot, and wish to add a category/class to your pilot rating, follow these steps:
Step 1: Download and complete the USUA Pilot Application. Check the "Add Category/Class" box, and circle the desired category/class you are applying for.
Step 2: Have a CFI administer the flight test using a vehicle that is in the same Category/Class you are applying for. The CFI will fill out the "Flight Test" portion of this form. You do not need to re-take the written or oral tests, so those fields can be left blank.
Step 3: Mail the completed application from step 1, along with a photocopy of your existing USUA membership card, showing your pilot rating to USUA. There is no fee for adding a Category/Class to your pilot rating, but if your USUA membership is not current, you will need to add appropriate membership fees.