Whats the difference between an AVID and an ASIC?
SICs 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
