CASA 58/18 – Flight Training (Approved Pilots under Civil Aviation Order 29.10 – Mustering) Approval 2018

Overview

CASA 58/18 – Flight Training (Approved Pilots under Civil Aviation Order 29.10 – Mustering) Approval 2018, enacted on 1 September 2018, was introduced to address the need for continued approval of flight training for specific endorsements in aeroplanes and helicopters, particularly concerning low-level rating and aerial mustering endorsements. This notifiable instrument was made by Christopher P. Monahan, Executive Manager, National Operations & Standards of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), acting as a delegate under the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998. The objective is to ensure that approved pilots who were previously authorised to conduct such training under Civil Aviation Order 29.10 can continue to do so, while also ensuring compliance with relevant safety standards and maintaining required records. The instrument remains in force until 31 August 2021, with certain provisions continuing beyond this date to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance and safety in the specified areas of flight training.

Scope and Application

CASA 58/18 – Flight Training (Approved Pilots under Civil Aviation Order 29.10 – Mustering) Approval 2018 is an instrument made under the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 (CASR) by Christopher P. Monahan, the Executive Manager, National Operations & Standards at the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). This instrument applies to individuals who were approved to act as approved pilots in either aeroplanes or helicopters as of 31 August 2014, and who have a valid instructor proficiency check that included a test of competency for the respective low-level rating training endorsement. The instrument grants these approved pilots the authority to conduct Part 141 flight training for the issuance of low-level ratings and related endorsements, specifically low-level endorsements for aeroplanes and helicopters, and aerial mustering endorsements for both aeroplanes and helicopters. The instrument also stipulates that the approved persons must adhere to the relevant training requirements and standards outlined in the Part 61 Manual of Standards and maintain records of the flight training for at least seven years. The instrument was effective from 1 September 2018, and while it was repealed at the end of 31 August 2021, certain provisions remained in force until 31 August 2028.

Key Provisions

The key operative sections of CASA 58/18 (sections 1-6) outline the specifics of the instrument, including its name, duration, definitions, application, approval, and conditions. The instrument, named CASA 58/18 – Flight Training (Approved Pilots under Civil Aviation Order 29.10 – Mustering) Approval 2018, commences on 1 September 2018 and is repealed at the end of 31 August 2021, except for section 6(2) which continues until 31 August 2028. Definitions clarify terms such as "approved person" and "valid instructor proficiency check", ensuring there is a common understanding of the terminology used throughout the instrument. The application section specifies that the instrument applies to individuals approved to act as an approved pilot on 31 August 2014 and who have a valid instructor proficiency check. The approval section grants these individuals the authority to conduct Part 141 flight training for specific low-level ratings and endorsements in aeroplanes and helicopters. Finally, section 6 sets the conditions under which this approval is granted, requiring compliance with relevant standards and record-keeping for a period of 7 years. The obligations imposed by CASA 58/18 on the parties it governs include ensuring that Part 141 flight training is conducted in accordance with the requirements and standards outlined in the Part 61 Manual of Standards. Approved persons must ensure that their training activities meet these standards, which include areas such as training curriculum, instructor qualifications, and the maintenance of training records. Furthermore, approved persons are required to retain records of each person's flight training for a minimum of 7 years, ensuring that there is a documented history of the training provided and the qualifications of the individuals involved. These obligations are essential to maintaining the safety and quality of flight training activities conducted under this instrument. The CASA 58/18 instrument also outlines the potential consequences for non-compliance with its provisions. While specific offences, penalties, or civil/criminal consequences are not detailed in the text, it is understood that breaches of civil aviation regulations can lead to significant penalties under the Civil Aviation Act 1988 and the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998. These penalties can include fines, imprisonment, or both, depending on the severity of the breach and the specific regulatory provisions that have been contravened. Additionally, non-compliance with record-keeping requirements can result in administrative penalties, which may include fines for each day the breach continues. It is therefore crucial for approved persons to adhere to the conditions and obligations set out in CASA 58/18 to avoid these potential consequences.