Comm. and Inst Recertification

[Jester2]

Allright, here's my story. I'm a Marine going through Naval flight training, just finished up primary and on my way to Meridian for advanced jets. I have my Commercial SEL and Instrument rating but haven't flown civilian since October of 2000. So, obviously my certificates are not current. My question is, what will I need to do to get current? Will my primary flight training count towards currency? Will I just need to go up with a flight instructor and fly a BFR? I flew about 130 hours in primary, and flew around 40 instrument approaches. I really miss general aviation and would like to get back into it. Thanks for your help.

 

[bobbysamd]

Flight reviews for military pilots

14 CFR 61.56 sets forth the requirements for flight reviews. 14 CFR 61.56(d) addresses flight review requirements for military pilots:

A person who has, within the period specified in paragraph (c) of this section, passed a pilot proficiency check conducted by an examiner, an approved pilot check airman, or a U.S. Armed Force, for a pilot certificate, rating, or operating privilege need not accomplish the flight review required by this section.

(emphasis added)

So, if your military flight training includes some kind of pilot proficiency check, you should be covered for a flight review. You probably should have your Naval flight training check airman write it up in your logbook. Of course, you need a current FAA medical.

Or else, you just might have to get with a civilian instructor and complete a flight review with that person.

Hope that helps a little.