Jimmy_Norton
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Reading FAR 61.55, does getting an SIC type rating eliminate the need for maintaining 12 month currency as defined in 61.55b?
SIC Type Rating and currency
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Corporate Pilot
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No
Jimmy_Norton
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Hmmm...ok, thanks.
Corporate Pilot
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The FAA SIC type was established to conform with other countries regulations when flying internationally. Under part 91, there is no check or test to get one. It stays with you and does not expire but you do need the 3 bounces within the last 12 mo.
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Adler
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...but if it's 121?
Corporate Pilot
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How To Get An SIC Type Rating
A pilot may get an SIC type rating by completing SIC familiarization training as described in 61.55(d), or by satisfactorily completing an approved second-in-command training program or a proficiency check under parts 121, 125, or 135 as described in 61.55(e).
In either case, the application and pilot certification procedures for getting an SIC type rating is the same. The only difference is that under a training program conducted under parts 121, 125, or 135, the applicant has the option of presenting documentation to the Aircrew Program Designee for processing in addition to being able to present training documentation to an FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO) or Examiner.
Note: There is no practical test required for the issuance of the ‘‘SIC Privileges Only’’ pilot type rating
MidlifeFlyer
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Love that answer
I think the key is that he SIC type rating is a purely paper rating. It only has meaning outside the US. If I'm understanding correctly, even under Parts 135 and 121, it's not required for domestic operations. For domestic operations, it has as much legal significance as the blank "Identification Card" that you receive when you buy a wallet - none.
Parts 91, 135 and 121 all have training and experience requirements for operating as an SIC. None of those are satisfied by a paper rating.
Come to think of it, they are not even satisfied by a real rating. A PIC-typed ATP still needs to maintain currency.