Originally Posted by
Anthony1669
yeah i know im in the grace period, i was just curious as to wether i needed an instructor with me in the sim when i log the approaches etc.
Thank you!
No instructor needed since 2018.
see part 61.51(g)(5)
Can use a FAA approved BATD / AATD to maintain currency without an instructor present.
The BATD / AATD should have a LOA available which you should be able to take a copy of for your records.
The FAA amended the rules in recent years regarding LOAs. LOAs are now only valid for 60 calendar months therefore there should be an expiry date on the LOA. If not the operator needs to obtain a new LOA ( usually easily downloaded from the manufacturer's website )