Pre-Course Entry Requirements

The candidate must have 70 hours PIC prior to taking the Skill Test. It is assumed that the candidate will have completed the hours prior to commencing the MEP class rating course.

Training

Training must be carried out at a Flying Training Organisation (FTO) and will include:

• 2.5 hours dual flight instruction
• 3.5 hours dual flight instruction in engine failures and asymmetric operation
• 7 hours theoretical knowledge training

Theoretical Knowledge Examination

Pass a written examination consisting of 50 multiple choice questions covering aspects of multi-engine operations and aircraft type specific limitations. The pass mark is 75%.

Skill Test

All ground and flight training including passing the theorectical knowledge examination must be completed before taking the skill test.Conducted by a Flight Examiner (FE) or Class Rating Examiner (CRE).If 2 or more sections are failed the test is failed and the examiner will issue a notification of failure. The candidate cannot exercise the privileges of the MEP Rating until a further Skill Test is passed. A partial pass will be given if one section is failed on the test. The candidate will be required to pass the failed section in the second attempt. Failure of any of this section in the second attempt will result in a failed test.A failed second attempt at the test will result in the candidate having to complete mandatory retraining as advised by the examiner. Logbook evidence of having completed the mandatory retraining duly certified by the CFI will be required prior to another attempt at all the sections of the test.

Validity: 12 months.

Revalidation

Complete 10 route sectors within the validity period

AND
Pass a Proficiency Check with an FE or CRE
OR
Pass a Proficiency Check with an FE or CRE including a route sector
Note: A route sector includes a take-off, 15 minutes in the cruise and a landing.

Renewal

If the MEP Rating has expired then a Proficiency Check including a route sector with an FE or CRE is required.

Proficiency Check
Conducted by a Flight Examiner (FE) or Class Rating Examiner (CRE).
If 2 or more sections are failed the test is failed and the examiner will issue a notification of failure. The candidate cannot exercise the privileges of the MEP Rating until a further Proficiency Check is passed A partial pass will be given if one section is failed on the test. The candidate will be required to pass the failed section in the next attempt. The oral is not considered a section for assessment.