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Recognition of military qualifications

Updated 30 July 2025

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We will continue to work with Defence on pathways for recognition of military qualifications for pilots and Licenced Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (LAME).

Deliverables

We will consider a recognition approach for Defence technical staff responsible for maintenance of communications, navigation and surveillance infrastructure
We will review pilot and pilot instructor recognition
We will consider recognition of Defence maintenance authorisations for LAME licensing

Start date:

Q2 2025

End date:

Q3 2026

Status

In progress

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Streamline flight examiner rating approvals

Updated 29 July 2025

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General Aviation Workplan

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Improving pilot licensing rules

Current approaches to flight examiner rating approvals may not be flexible enough for the range of aviation operations. We aim to streamline efficiency by considering the size, complexity and compliance of operations.

Deliverables

Undertake a scoping exercise to determine and define timeframes for a phased approach to delivery

Start date:

Q2 2025

End date:

Q2 2026

Status

Not started

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Rationalise pilot licensing exemptions for general aviation

Updated 29 July 2025

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General Aviation Workplan

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Improving pilot licensing rules

We will undertake a scoping activity to rationalise current exemptions related to general aviation.

Deliverables

A review of exemptions will be undertaken to further reduce regulatory burden while maintaining safety standards, especially for smaller or non-commercial operators.

Start date:

Q4 2025

End date:

Q4 2026

Status

Not started

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Aerial application review

Updated 29 July 2025

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General Aviation Workplan

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Improving pilot licensing rules

Review fire-bombing requirements under the helicopter low-level rating, alongside broader enhancements to low-level and aerial application operations.