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Welcome to our aviation training program! We offer a comprehensive range of certificates and ratings to support you at every stage of your aviation journey. Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance your skills, our expert instructors are here to guide you every step of the way. Join and take your aviation career to new heights!
sport pilot
Sport Pilot License under MOSAIC – Affordable, Accessible Flying for Everyone
Discover the freedom of flight with the Sport Pilot License (SPL), now expanded under the FAA’s MOSAIC (Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification) rule. Perfect for recreational pilots, this pathway offers lower training costs, simplified medical requirements, and access to a wide range of Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA). Whether you’re interested in cross-country flying, recreational aviation, or building time toward advanced certificates, the Sport Pilot License is the fastest and most affordable way to start your aviation journey. Learn how MOSAIC expands privileges and makes flying more accessible than ever.
faa minimum requirements
Eligibility
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Age:
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At least 17 years old (16 for glider or balloon).
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Language:
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Be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
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Medical:
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Hold a valid U.S. driver’s license or at least a third-class FAA medical certificate.
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Training Requirements
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Flight Time (Airplane Single-Engine Land – most common):
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Minimum 20 total flight hours, including:
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15 hours dual instruction (with an authorized instructor).
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5 hours solo flight time.
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Flight Training Breakdown Must Include:
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2 hours cross-country dual instruction.
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10 takeoffs and landings to a full stop at an airport.
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1 solo cross-country flight of at least 75 NM total distance, with landings at two other airports.
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Training in flight maneuvers, stalls, emergency procedures, and navigation.
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Knowledge & Practical Tests
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Knowledge Test:
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Pass the FAA Sport Pilot Airman Knowledge Exam (computer-based, multiple choice).
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Practical Test (Checkride):
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Oral exam + flight test with an FAA examiner or designated pilot examiner (DPE).
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Privileges & Limitations
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May fly:
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Light-Sport Aircraft (LSA) (e.g., small airplanes up to 1,320 lbs gross weight, max 120 kts, 2 seats).
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Day VFR only (no night flying).
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With one passenger maximum.
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Cannot fly:
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At night, in IFR, above 10,000 ft MSL (or 2,000 ft AGL, whichever is higher), or for hire.
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Private pilot
Private Pilot License (PPL) – The Gateway to General Aviation
Earn your Private Pilot Certificate (commonly called a Private Pilot License) and unlock the freedom to fly almost anywhere in the U.S. as pilot-in-command. The PPL is the foundation of general aviation training, allowing you to carry passengers, fly cross-country, and pursue advanced ratings. With a minimum of 40 flight hours required by the FAA, this certificate is the most popular choice for student pilots who want flexibility, recreational flying, or to begin a path toward a professional aviation career.
FAA MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility
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Age:
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At least 17 years old (16 for glider or balloon).
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Language:
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Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
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Medical:
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Hold at least a valid third-class FAA medical certificate (or BasicMed if eligible).
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Training Requirements
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Flight Time (Airplane Single-Engine Land – most common):
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Minimum 40 total flight hours, including:
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20 hours of dual instruction with an FAA-authorized flight instructor.
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10 hours of solo flight time.
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Flight Training Breakdown Must Include:
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3 hours cross-country dual instruction.
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3 hours night flight training, including:
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1 cross-country flight over 100 NM total distance.
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10 takeoffs and 10 landings to a full stop at an airport.
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3 hours instrument training (basic attitude instrument flying).
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3 hours flight training within 60 days prior to checkride.
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5 hours solo cross-country, including one solo flight of at least 150 NM total distance with landings at 3 airports, and one leg of at least 50 NM straight-line distance.
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3 solo takeoffs and landings at an airport with an operating control tower.
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Knowledge & Practical Tests
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Knowledge Test:
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Pass the FAA Private Pilot Airman Knowledge Exam (written multiple choice).
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Practical Test (Checkride):
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Oral exam + flight test with an FAA examiner or designated pilot examiner (DPE).
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Privileges & Limitations
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May fly:
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As pilot in command (PIC) of aircraft within category and class ratings earned.
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With passengers, sharing operating expenses (pro rata).
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Day or night VFR, and in controlled airspace with proper endorsements.
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Cannot fly:
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For hire or compensation (except limited pro-rata expense sharing or certain charitable flights).
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Instrument rating
Take your Private Pilot License to the next level with an Instrument Rating (IR). This advanced FAA certification allows pilots to fly under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), navigate through low visibility, clouds, and weather conditions, and expand cross-country and career opportunities. An Instrument Rating improves safety, precision, and pilot confidence, and is a key step toward commercial pilot training or professional aviation careers.
FAA minimum requirements
Eligibility
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Age:
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Must hold at least a Private Pilot Certificate (PPL).
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Language:
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Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
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Medical:
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Hold at least a current third-class FAA medical certificate (or higher).
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Training Requirements
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Total Flight Time:
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50 hours of cross-country flight time as pilot-in-command (PIC).
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40 hours of actual or simulated instrument flight time, including:
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15 hours of instrument flight training with a certified flight instructor (CFII).
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1 cross-country flight under IFR of at least 250 NM total distance, with:
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Instrument approaches at 3 different airports, and
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Use of at least 3 different types of approaches (e.g., ILS, VOR, GPS).
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3 hours of instrument training within 60 days before the practical test (checkride).
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Knowledge & Practical Tests
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Knowledge Test:
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Pass the FAA Instrument Rating Airman Knowledge Exam (written multiple choice).
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Practical Test (Checkride):
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Oral exam + flight test with an FAA examiner or designated pilot examiner (DPE), demonstrating IFR procedures, instrument approaches, holds, and navigation.
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Privileges & Limitations
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May fly:
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In Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC) under IFR clearance.
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In controlled airspace requiring IFR.
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Expands cross-country and utility of your pilot certificate, day or night.
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Cannot fly:
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For hire or compensation unless holding a Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument privileges.
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Commercial
The FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate (often called the Commercial Pilot License) is the gateway to professional aviation. This certification allows pilots to fly for hire, get paid for flight services, and pursue jobs such as flight instruction, banner towing, aerial survey, charter operations, or airline training. Building on the Private Pilot and Instrument Rating, the Commercial Certificate requires advanced training in precision maneuvers, cross-country flying, and aeronautical decision-making. It’s the essential step for pilots who want to turn their passion for flying into a career in aviation.
faa minimum requirements
Eligibility
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Age:
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At least 18 years old.
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Language:
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Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
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Medical:
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Hold at least a valid second-class FAA medical certificate.
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Certificates Held:
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Must already hold at least a Private Pilot Certificate.
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Training Requirements
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Total Flight Time:
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250 total hours of flight time, including:
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100 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC).
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50 hours of cross-country flight time.
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Flight Training Breakdown Must Include:
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20 hours of training with an instructor, covering:
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10 hours instrument training (can include up to 5 hours in a simulator).
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10 hours in a complex airplane, turbine-powered airplane, or technically advanced aircraft (TAA).
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One cross-country of at least 2 hours in daytime conditions (100 NM straight-line distance).
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One cross-country of at least 2 hours in nighttime conditions (100 NM straight-line distance).
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3 hours flight training within 60 days prior to the practical test.
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10 hours of solo flight time (or PIC in training aircraft), including:
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One solo cross-country of at least 300 NM, with landings at 3 different airports, and one leg of at least 250 NM straight-line distance.
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5 hours of solo night VFR with 10 takeoffs and 10 landings at an airport with a control tower.
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Knowledge & Practical Tests
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Knowledge Test:
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Pass the FAA Commercial Pilot Airman Knowledge Exam (computer-based).
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Practical Test (Checkride):
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Oral exam + flight test with an FAA examiner, demonstrating advanced maneuvers (e.g., chandelles, lazy eights, steep spirals), precision landings, and commercial-level aeronautical decision-making.
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Privileges & Limitations
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May fly:
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For hire or compensation (within FAA regulations).
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As pilot for aerial work such as flight instruction (with CFI), banner towing, pipeline patrol, aerial photography, and charter flights under Part 135 (with required qualifications).
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Cannot fly:
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As an airline transport pilot (ATP) without an ATP Certificate (separate requirements at 23 years old, 1,500 hours).
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certified flight instructor
Becoming a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) is the most common path for commercial pilots to gain paid flying experience, build hours, and launch an aviation career. With a CFI certificate, you can train new student pilots, endorse them for solo flights, and prepare them for checkrides. Adding the Instrument Instructor rating (CFII) expands your privileges to teach instrument students, provide instrument proficiency checks, and train pilots for the Instrument Rating (IR). Both CFI and CFII are highly valued credentials in general aviation, and they are essential for those aiming to advance toward airline or corporate flying jobs while earning income through flight instruction.
faa minimum requirements
Eligibility
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Age:
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At least 18 years old.
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Language:
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Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
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Certificates Held:
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Must hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) with appropriate category/class ratings.
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Medical:
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Must hold at least a valid second-class FAA medical certificate.
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Training Requirements
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Flight Experience:
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Meet Commercial Pilot flight time requirements (250 total hours minimum).
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Demonstrate proficiency in fundamentals of flight instruction, including:
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Teaching maneuvers, stalls, emergency procedures, and navigation.
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Endorsement and solo student procedures.
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Endorsements Required:
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Endorsement from a qualified instructor confirming competency to take the CFI exams.
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Knowledge & Practical Tests
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Knowledge Tests:
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Fundamentals of Instruction (FOI) knowledge test (unless exempt with certain teaching credentials).
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Flight Instructor Airplane (FIA) knowledge test.
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Practical Test (Checkride):
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Oral exam + flight test with an FAA examiner, focusing on teaching ability and safe demonstration of maneuvers from the right seat.
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Privileges & Limitations
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May:
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Provide flight training and endorsements for Sport, Recreational, and Private Pilot applicants.
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Endorse students for solo flight and knowledge tests.
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Cannot:
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Give instruction without maintaining a current CFI certificate renewal (every 24 months).
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