From 1 September 2016, where a calculator is part of the permitted material for an exam, candidates will be permitted to use their own calculator. The calculator permitted is limited to a 'Basic calculator'. The term 'Basic calculator' for the purposes of these exams, is defined as one which only has:
- the four functions (+, -, x and ÷)
- a square root function ( √ )
- a single memory and
- a percentage key (%) is optional.
It must not be programmable or an 'aviation computer' capable of doing CAS/TAS/MN conversions or solving of aviation type problems; such as determining ground speeds, required heading, wind components or in-flight winds.
Where a candidate is sitting their exam at an Aspeq venue, Aspeq will maintain their stock of calculators, so in the event of a candidate's own calculator failing, the candidate would be able to borrow a calculator in order to complete their examination.