MEP and ME/IR - Clarification of regs
Hi, I was wondering if anyone can offer further clarification on the regs for the MEIR
Lasor states that an applicant for an ME IR(A) course who does not hold a multi engine class or type rating must complete the multi engine training specified in JAR-FCL 1.261(b), prior to commencing the flight training.
Does this mean that on a 35 hour FNPT2, 15 hour aircraft course the sim can be completed prior to completing the MEP rating? The reg seems to imply that the requirement is that you have completed the MEP rating training prior to the aircraft section.
... and secondly can you undertake the aircraft section with a lapsed MEP, providing you test for it prior or during the IR test? As you have completed the multi engine training specified in JARFCL 1.261, but your class rating has lapsed.
Would appreciate any answers, I would call the CAA but I am currently training in Spain so watching the mobile phone bill.
Thanks!