And for those still struggling with the difference between currency and validity - here is the FAA definitionRef. § 61.75(a), (a)(4), and (b)(4); We do not have any written language on the term “current” or “valid” or “valid and current.” However, for the purpose of standardization and policy, the terms “current”, “current and valid,” or “valid” mean: · Current means the person has met all of the appropriate recency of experience requirement of Part 61 for the flight operation being conducted and the person's medical certificate has not expired.
· Valid means the person's pilot certificate has not been surrendered, suspended, revoked, or expired.