Difference between old and new eligiblity regulations iaf

The International Aviation Federation (IAF) has updated its eligibility regulations for pilots, which have undergone significant changes over the years. Here are some key differences between the old and new eligibility regulations:

Old Regulations (pre-2018)

  1. Age Limit: The maximum age limit for commercial pilots was 60 years.
  2. Flight Experience: The minimum flight experience required was 1,500 hours, with at least 500 hours as pilot-in-command.
  3. Medical Certificate: Pilots needed to hold a valid Class 1 medical certificate, which required a more stringent medical examination.
  4. Language Proficiency: Pilots needed to demonstrate proficiency in the language of the country of registration, as well as English.
  5. Crew Resource Management (CRM): CRM training was not mandatory, but recommended.

New Regulations (post-2018)

  1. Age Limit: The maximum age limit for commercial pilots has been removed, allowing pilots to continue flying beyond 60 years of age, subject to medical certification.
  2. Flight Experience: The minimum flight experience required has been increased to 2,500 hours, with at least 1,500 hours as pilot-in-command.
  3. Medical Certificate: The medical certificate requirements have been relaxed, with pilots now required to hold a valid Class 2 medical certificate, which is less stringent than the previous Class 1 requirement.
  4. Language Proficiency: Pilots must now demonstrate proficiency in at least two languages, including English.
  5. Crew Resource Management (CRM): CRM training is now mandatory for all commercial pilots.
  6. Type Rating: Pilots must now hold a type rating for the specific aircraft they are flying, which requires additional training and testing.
  7. Recurrent Training: Recurrent training requirements have been increased, with pilots now required to complete recurrent training every 6-12 months, depending on the type of aircraft they are flying.
  8. Line Operations Safety Audits (LOSAs): LOSAs are now mandatory for all commercial airlines, which involve observing and evaluating the safety of flight operations.

These changes aim to improve the safety and efficiency of commercial aviation by ensuring that pilots are better trained, more experienced, and more proficient in their duties.