An applicant for a night vision imaging system rating must:
(a) hold a commercial pilot licence or air transport pilot licence; and
(b) meet the requirements for the grant of at least one night vision imaging system endorsement.
Note: Paragraph (a) is satisfied if the applicant holds a certificate of validation of an overseas flight crew licence that is equivalent to a commercial pilot licence or air transport pilot licence: see item 36 of Part 2 of the Dictionary.