Article 4d Transitional measures for training, testing and checking related to multi-pilot operations in single-pilot helicoptersF1

The CAA may, before 30 October 2026, issue specific privileges for conducting multi-pilot operation training, skill tests and proficiency checks in single-pilot helicopters to instructors or examiners who meet the following conditions, as applicable:

(a)

the applicant holds either of the following certificates:

(i)

an instructor certificate issued in accordance with Annex I (Part-FCL) to this Regulation which includes privileges to instruct in the relevant type of helicopter; or

(ii)

an examiner certificate issued in accordance with Annex I (Part-FCL) to this Regulation which includes privileges to examine in the relevant type of helicopter;

(b)

the applicant has completed an MCC training course meeting the minimum requirements set out in point FCL.735.H of Part-FCL; and

(c)

the applicant has experience in multi-pilot operation in helicopters at a level that is considered appropriate by the CAA.

The privileges issued in accordance with paragraph 1 are valid until 30 October 2026. In order to revalidate the privileges applicants must:

(a)

for instructor privileges meet the experience requirements for instructor privileges related to multi-operation in single-pilot helicopters as set out in Part-FCL;

(b)

for examiner privileges meet the experience requirements for examiner and instructor privileges related to multi-operation in single-pilot helicopters as set out in Part-FCL.

Annotations

Textual amendments

F1: Arts. 4c, 4d inserted (30.10.2025) by The Aviation Safety (Amendment) Regulations 2024 (S.I. 2024/1290), regs. 1(3), 14