Article 2(8)(a) Opt-out

Hi all,

Ireland has recently opted out of Article 2(8)(a) of the Basic Regulation allowing aircraft up to 600kg (650kg for seaplanes) to be regulated under national rules. However, unlike the UK these aircraft are not designated nationally as ultralights/microlights. 

Under AMC1 FCL.740.A(b)(1)(ii), Annex 1 aircraft (a)(b)(c) and (d) can be used for training once the procedure in ORA.ATO.135 or DTO.GEN.240 is followed. Can anyone from EASA confirm if the same rules apply to aircraft subject to the opt-out in Article 2(8)(a)?

Regards,

Mark