Part-FCL pilot licence recency and revalidation requirements

To keep a Light Aircraft Pilot Licence (LAPL) valid, pilots must log specific flight hours within the last two years, which can include various types of flights. For Single Engine Piston (SEP) and Touring Motor Glider (TMG) pilots, a minimum amount of flight time is needed in the year preceding the expiration. Additionally, a refresher training session with an instructor is required, with limitations on aircraft type for this training.

Key points

• LAPL requires certain flight hours within 24 months to remain valid.
• SEP and TMG must log specific hours in the year before rating expiry.
• A refresher training flight with an instructor is mandatory for revalidation.
• Safety regulations restrict certain aircraft for training purposes.

*Plain-English summary of UK Civil Aviation Authority guidance — always consult the official source (linked above) for current, authoritative requirements.*