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Type, class, instrument ratings - How long does the validity of the rating extend?

  • The class, type and instrument ratings included in the license, referred to in paragraph (e) (1) of the EASA Resolution dated 18.03.2020, which are valid on March 14, 2020, and whose ordinary period of validity expired before July 31, 2020, the validity of such ratings is extended for 4 months from the expiration date.
  • Before the end of the 4-month period referred to above, if AESA considers that the reasons for the issuance of this exemption are still applicable, the validity period of the rating or certificate may be extended for another 4 months or until the end of the validity period of this resolution, whichever occurs earlier.
  • For the cases covered by the EASA Resolution dated 05.05.2020, the 4-month validity extension applies to type, class, instrument and mountain ratings valid as of March 14 and whose ordinary period of validity expired before July 31, 2020, endorsed on Part-FCL pilot licenses, whose holders meet the following conditions:
  1. They hold a class, or type rating to operate aircraft of such classes and types that are not included in organizations for which Annex III to Regulation (EU) 965/2012 is applicable.
  2. Have a valid language proficiency endorsement.
  3. Have received a briefing by an instructor with appropriate instructional privileges, refreshing the theoretical knowledge necessary to safely operate the rating concerned and to safely perform the applicable manoeuvres and procedures. This briefing shall include the abnormal and emergency procedures specific to the rating of the applicable class or type of aircraft and must be prior to the application of the extension.