AMC1 SFCL.445

• ED Decision 2020/004/R found in: Sailplane Rule Book - Part-SAO Part-SFCL CS-22 (Nov 2022)

AMC1 SFCL.445; SFCL.460 FE(S) certificate – Assessment of competence; FE(S) certificate – Validity, revalidation and renewal ED Decision 2020/004/R QUALIFICATION OF SENIOR EXAMINERS (a) A senior examiner specifically tasked by the competent authority to observe skill tests or proficiency checks for the revalidation of examiner certificates should: (1) hold a valid or current examiner certificate appropriate to the privileges being granted; (2) have examiner experience level acceptable to the competent authority; (3) have conducted a number of skill tests or proficiency checks as an FE(S). (b) The competent authority may conduct a pre-assessment of the applicant or candidate carrying out a skill test and proficiency check under the supervision of an inspector of the competent authority. (c) Applicants should be required to attend a senior examiner briefing, course or seminar arranged by the competent authority. The content and duration will be determined by the competent authority and should include: (1) pre-course self-study; (2) legislation; (3) the role of the senior examiner; (4) an examiner assessment; and (5) national administrative requirements. (d) The validity of the authorisation should not exceed the validity of the examiner’s certificate, and in any case should not exceed 5 years. The authorisation may be revalidated in accordance with procedures established by the competent authority.