Originally Posted by
yap800
As far as I know the fATPL consists of
1. CPL (Commercial pilot license)
2. MEP (multi engine piston rating)
3. MEIR (instrument rating done in a multi engine)
4. MCC (Multi crew co-operation)
5. 14 ATPL Theoretical exams
Firstly, you don't need an MEP rating, so there are only 4 requirements.
1. CPL - valid for life
3. MEIR - needs to be revalidated once per year with a flight test (SIM or aircraft on alternate years) You could also let it lapse for up to 7 years.
4. MCC - No expiry
5. ATPLs - valid for a rolling 7 years from the date of the last IR
So the minimum requirement to keep it all current would be an IR revalidation flight every year. It's all on and CAA website and in cap804