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