Originally Posted by
kjvmw
Prior to Part 61 the exam was needed in order to get the Grade 1 issued. However, now that the exam is required prior to being issued with a Grade 3, CASA said that everyone who was already an instructor after part 61 came into force, they were given 'credit' for it. So I ended up with a Grade 1 without ever sitting it.
Don't tell CASA, or when you next do anything, they'll notice and insist you do the PMI. I know a few people who "skipped" PMI but most couldn't stay skipped for long!