...we still have to trot out the 'We'll do a hold to NDB/DME approach for your second PIA.
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For an IMC/IR(R) Revalidation, only the first approach is required to be completed under the same rules as an Initial test.(Pilot interpreted) The second approach, whether completed during the Test or in the intervening period between Tests, can be
any other
From CAP804 Part II Section 5 Part E Page 4
2.6 Revalidation Flight Test
2.6.1 The Flight Test required after initial qualification for the purpose of revalidating the
Rating will comprise items b), d) and e) of the initial Flight Test (see paragraph 2.4). The
type of approach aid used must be entered in the log book. A revalidation Flight Test
that is a first multi-engine test must include (f) at paragraph 2.4.
2.6.2 The applicant is also to show log book evidence that, in the period between initial and/
or re-validation flight tests, he has successfully completed a let-down and notified
approach to DH/MDH, a go-around and a missed approach procedure using an aid of a
different type from that used during item d) of the test. This shall be accomplished to
the satisfaction of an instructor qualified to give instrument flying instruction.
Alternatively the candidate may carry out two approach procedures using different aids
during the re-validation flight test
MJ
Ps. Thing: Personally, I would get my ADF working properly, and stick with the NDB approach. It's still the most common alternative to an ILS at most places.