FAA has updated the COVID-19 SFAR 118, originally published on May 4, 2020, with a new regulation extending expiration dates and establishing new protocols for a number of key certifications, currency requirements, and knowledge tests. The document SFAR 118-1 went into effect on June 25, 2020, with final publication on June 29, and it’s effective through March 31, 2021.
FAA Updates COVID-19 SFAR
Key Takeaways:
- The FAA updated its COVID-19 relief regulation (SFAR 118-1), effective June 25, 2020, through March 31, 2021, to provide extended relief for aviation personnel.
- This regulation establishes new protocols and extends expiration dates for various key certifications, currency requirements (e.g., flight reviews, instrument currency), and knowledge tests.
- The relief allows operators to continue using pilots and crewmembers for essential operations and provides extensions for those unable to meet requirements due to the public health emergency.
- Specifically, medical certificates expiring from March through September 2020 receive a 3-month extension.
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