Difference between an AVID and an ASIC?

[Thruster87]

"What are the security requirements?

 

You need a valid ASIC if you require frequent access to a secure area of a security controlled airport that has Regular Public Transport (RPT) operations.

 

If you want to use your CASA issued flight crew licence and you do not require frequent access to a secure area of a security controlled airport that has RPT operations, you must apply for a background security check and you will be issued with an AVID, provided your checks are successful. This does not apply if you are under 18.

 

What's the difference between an AVID and an ASIC?

 

ASICs and AVIDs show that the holder has a current security check but only an ASIC can be used at security controlled airports. ASICs are normally valid for up to 2 years and AVIDs are normally valid for up to 5 years.

 

While an AVID and an ASIC are both evidence that background checks have been undertaken, the background checks for the AVID are not equivalent to the checks for ASICs.

 

At a minimum, all pilots 18 and over must undergo the background checks for an AVID. Only those pilots who require access to a secure area of a security controlled airport will need to undergo the more robust background checks for an ASIC.

 

To streamline processes and remove any duplication, pilots who undergo the background checking for an ASIC do not have to undergo the background checking for an AVID.

 

If you require frequent access to a secure area of a security controlled airport that has RPT services you need to have an ASIC.

 

If you are under 18 and you do not require frequent access to secure areas of security controlled airports that have RPT services, you do not need to apply for a background security check until you turn 18.

 

Are pilots still allowed to fly without an AVID?

 

Yes. Pilots only need to have submitted an application for an AVID or an ASIC to operate an aircraft. The application will be processed and appropriate background checks undertaken prior to the AVID or ASIC being issued to an eligible pilot.

 

Pilots under 18 do not need to have a background security check."

 

 

[winsor68]

The difference...thats easy....

 

An Avid is a cool little two seat kit airplane looking something like a Sky/Kitfox....

 

An Asic is a card that must be worn above waist height or a bad man will come along with a stick and hit you with it and give you a hefty fine.

 

 

[Guest Maj Millard]

I've got an ASIC but I wouldn't mind an Avid flyer also...........................