Complete Your CASA IPC Overseas

If you hold an Australian CASA Instrument Rating and live or work overseas, you may be able to complete your Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC) without returning to Australia.

With CASA approval, Elevate Aviation can conduct the ground and knowledge component remotely by video meeting. The practical component is then completed in an approved overseas flight simulator with a suitably authorised foreign examiner.

Elevate Aviation coordinates the Australian assessment requirements and CASA paperwork, making the process clear and straightforward.

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How the Overseas CASA IPC Process Works

1. Initial Eligibility Check

You will be asked to complete a simple one page questionnaire that will be used to support your application to CASA.

2. Approval From CASA

We then submit a request to CASA seeking approval to conduct the ground and knowledge assessment electronically.

The request explains why an in-person assessment is not practical and how the integrity of the remote assessment will be maintained.

Approval is considered by CASA individually, however so far we have a 100% approval success rate!

3. Remote Ground Assessment

Following CASA approval, our examiner conducts the ground component by video meeting, such as Microsoft Teams. We will prepare you beforehand with an overview.

You will require a stable internet connection, working camera and microphone, and a quiet private room. The online meeting generally takes approximately 60 minutes.

4. Overseas Simulator Assessment

You then complete the practical component in an approved overseas flight simulator with a foreign examiner who is authorised to conduct Instrument Proficiency Checks - see details in the FAQ section below.

The full IPC must be completed within 35 days of the nominated flight test notification date. Elevate Aviation will confirm your applicable completion deadline.

5. Australian Licence Endorsement and Paperwork

The foreign examiner sends the completed assessment results to us.

Following a successful assessment, we review the documentation, complete the required CASA forms, makes the Australian licence entry (electronically) and submit the final paperwork to CASA.

Simulator and Examiner Requirements

The overseas practical component must be conducted:

In a country recognised by CASA for this process - see a list of approved countries in the FAQ section below.
In a simulator approved by the relevant national aviation authority (most full motion simulators are).
With an examiner authorised to conduct Instrument Proficiency Checks in the relevant country

Evidence of the simulator’s qualification and the foreign examiner’s authorisation must be provided.

We will explain exactly what is required before you arrange the practical component.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at info@elevateaviation.com.au if you cannot find an answer to your question.

Can I complete my Australian CASA IPC while overseas?

Yes, it may be possible to complete the ground component remotely and the practical component in an approved overseas simulator.

What countries can I complete an Australian IPC in?

The practical component can be completed in:

Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Canada
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hong Kong
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland
Italy
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Netherlands
New Zealand
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Singapore
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
United Kingdom
United States of America

Can I use any overseas simulator?

No. The simulator must hold an acceptable Qualification Certificate from the relevant national aviation authority.

The simulator centre will be able to confirm if they hold a certificate.

Can any overseas examiner conduct the practical component?

No. They must be authorised by a recognised foreign state to conduct an instrument proficiency check.

Most overseas examiners satisfy this requirement however you will need to confirm with the simulator centre by requesting a copy of their approval.

What documents does the overseas simulator centre need to provide?

The overseas simulator centre and examiner will need to provide a:

1. Certified true copy of approval of examiner issued by a recognised foreign state’s National aviation authority (NAA), and

2. Certified true copy of the Qualification Certificate for the simulator issued by a recognised foreign state’s National aviation authority.

Can the ground assessment be completed by video meeting?

Yes, subject to prior approval from CASA. We apply for this approval and explain to CASA how the assessment will be conducted securely.

How long do I have to complete the IPC?

The ground and practical components must be completed within 35 days of the nominated flight test notification date.

Does Elevate Aviation manage the Australian paperwork?

Yes. We coordinate the Australian assessment requirements, review the overseas results and complete the required CASA documentation following a successful assessment minimising the administrative burden so you can focus on what is most important... being a pilot!

What does it cost?

Elevate Aviation fee: AUD $850 (GST not applicable).

This includes:

Preparing and submitting the request for CASA approval
Conducting the remote ground and knowledge assessment
Coordinating and reviewing the overseas assessment documentation
Completing the Australian licence endorsement following a successful assessment
Preparing and submitting the required CASA paperwork

Fees charged by the overseas simulator provider and foreign examiner are to be arranged and paid separately by yourself, if applicable.

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