How Long Can Your Class 1 Lapse For

[captain_rossco]

Hi All,

How long can i let my Class1 lapse for before renewing it at my local AME??

Regards
CR

[2close]

5 Years.

After that you need an extended medical at Gatwick.

After another 5 years you need a full initial medical at Gatwick.

[ali1986]

Is that because it turns into a Class 2

[kwb911]

I thought it was three years and then it is up the discretion of the CAA. I believe they can make you go back to Gatwick for renewal if the lapse is between 3 and 5 years. After 5 years its definitely back to Gatwick (I had to do my last renewal back at the CAA).

[Keygrip]

My local AME says if it expires more than 30 days then Gatwick will have to give confirmation for re-issue (which shouldn't be a problem).

[nuclear weapon]

It is up till 5yrs before you're shafted back to gatwick.