AMC1 ORO.FC.420(e) Operator conversion training and checking

• ED Decision 2025/010/R found in: Air Operations Revision 24 Part-ARO Part-ORO Part-CAT Part-SPA Part-NCC Part-NCO Part-SPO (Mar 2026)

##### AMC1 ORO.FC.420(e) Operator conversion training and checking *ED Decision 2025/010/R* **SPECIFIC CONVERSION COURSE — PILOTS THAT TEMPORARILY JOIN THE OPERATOR AND ARE NOMINATED TO CONDUCT LINE CHECKS** (a) In some cases, operational circumstances may require the operator to develop a specific conversion course to nominate pilots that temporarily join the operator as suitably qualified PIC to conduct line checks in accordance with point [ORO.FC.146](#_DxCrossRefBm523087179). In such cases, the operator’s conversion training should include the following: (1) normal procedures including but not limited to flight planning, ground handling, flight operations, including performance, mass and balance, fuel/energy schemes, selection of vertiports and/or diversion locations, VCA performance, mass and balance; (2) abnormal and emergency procedures, which include pilot incapacitation. (b) The operator should ensure that the line checker is familiar with: (1) the operating procedures and the use of checklists used by the operator; (2) the emergency and safety equipment installed or carried on the operated aircraft. (c) After the completion of the specific conversion course, the following apply: (1) The line checker should not exercise duties at the controls of the aircraft. (2) The line checker should only conduct recurrent line checks of pilots whose previous line check has not expired, in accordance with point [ORO.FC.430](#_DxCrossRefBm523087697). (d) The validity of the specific conversion course should be limited to 6 months.