APPROVAL OF CHECK AIRMEN AND FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR

1. APPROVAL OF CHECK AIRMEN AND FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR

2. APPROVAL OF CHECK AIRMEN • Check airman are approved • Instructors must meet qualifying criteria • Instructors performance subject to evaluation

3. CHECK AIRMAN REQUIREMENTS • Certificate and ratings to act as PIC on type • Class I medical certificate • Completed operator’s approved flight instructor and check airman qualification program • Fully qualified to serve as PIC and line current • Achieve and maintain favourable record • Demonstrate to an inspector the ability to conduct checks

4. CLASSIFICATION OF CHECK AIRMEN • Proficiency Check Pilot - Aircraft • Proficiency Check Pilot - Simulator • Line Check Pilot • Check Pilot - All Checks • Check Flight Engineer - Aircraft Only • Check Flight Engineer - All Checks

5. CHECK AIRMAN APPROVAL PROCESS • Letter from Operator with resume, copies of qualifications/training • Review documentation and interview • Observe applicant conducting checks • Letter of approval

6. CHECK AIRMAN EVALUATION • Can be no question as to the Airman’s skills • Inspector familiar with SOPs • Pre-evaluation briefing • Observe the check and debrief • Decision and follow up

7. PERIODIC RENEWAL • At least one month prior letter requesting renewal • Copies of checks provided and proposed date for renewal established • Review check numbers and quality • Schedule, observe and follow up

8. FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR • Not approved but meets qualifications • Hold ATPL and qualified to serve as PIC • Class 1 Medical • Line current and line check • Receive flight instructor qualification training • Same requirements applicable for Flight Engineer • Ground Instructors - monitor