The UAPL will remain valid, provided the holder of the UAPL demonstrates competency by passing a proficiency check conducted by CAAS or by an Authorised Flight Examiner (AFE) at a CAAS-approved UA training and assessment organisation (UATO) once every four years.

Failure to complete the proficiency check in time will lead to the expiry of the Class A category specified in the UAPL. All UAPL holders are encouraged to contact any of the approved UATOs to arrange for a proficiency check 3 months before the UAPL expires.

In addition to the proficiency check, Class B UAPL holders are required to complete a refresher training, in respect of each rating stated in Class B, at least once a year. The refresher training can be conducted by a UATO or an Operator Permit holder by whom the holder of the UAPL is employed or engaged. Failure to complete the refresher training yearly will lead to the expiry of the Class B rating specified in the UAPL.

If all Class A categories and Class B ratings within the UAPL have expired, the UAPL will become invalid. Variations and proficiency checks will not be applicable. The applicant will need to submit an initial UAPL application with a valid theory test and the relevant practical assessments.

An application for the extension of licence validity (i.e. proficiency check) must be accompanied by the following information:

(a) results of proficiency check of the applicant (uploaded to CAPELS by the AFE) if the application is to extend the validity of a Class A category in the UAPL; and

(b) if applicable, documents evidencing the completion of Class B refresher training if the application is to also extend the validity of a Class B rating in the UAPL

However, please note that as CAAS does not regulate the chargeable fees, which may vary between organisations.

Find out more about the UAPL.

Refer to this list of CAAS-approved UATOs.