Renewal of licenses

Starting from 2015, all licenses now have a set validity of five years. As a result, by the end of 2020, the majority of the older 'perpetual' aerial applicator pilot and business licenses issued prior to September 2015 will be up for their first renewal.

The EPA will proactively send out reminders for license renewal ahead of the due date, along with instructions for renewing online or through a form. During renewal, license holders will need to demonstrate that their necessary qualifications remain up to date.

For Aerial Applicator Pilot License:

For the renewal of an aerial applicator pilot license, the pilot must meet the following criteria:

• Possess a valid commercial pilot (airplane) license or commercial pilot (helicopter) license issued under the Civil Aviation Act 1988, including an agricultural or aerial application rating along with an aerial application endorsement.
• Hold a current certificate of approval given by the SpraySafe Accreditation Program by the Aerial Application Association of Australia, or provide proof of successfully passing an examination mandated by another state or territory. This exam should be for acquiring a license equivalent to the aerial applicator pilot license.
• Maintain a Class 1 or Class 2 Medical Certificate

For Aerial Applicator Business License:

For individuals or companies intending to keep hiring pilots for pesticide aerial application, it's necessary to possess an Air Operator's Certificate with endorsement for either aerial application or agricultural operations as stipulated in the Civil Aviation Act 1988.

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