I'm aware that I can do some kind of an abridged general flight with an instructor toward the end of 2 years in order to retain the (SEP) license instead of doing 12 hrs, but do you mean that even beyond 2 years all that is required is a flight test? I had the feeling that I might have to do the whole PPL course again or something as no one has ever told me what would happen in this situation (only to ensure that I DO revalidate in time).
Is there some kind of time limit on this and would the fact that I'd be current on a 3 axis micro matter count for anything?
On the same topic, a friend of mine has not flown for about 5 years - what would he have to do to renew his license?
Thank you both for your help - I will indeed phone the BMAA man in the know in due course to help me get my head around it.