Originally Posted by
Skyrookie
Hey guys,
I just passed my FAA Class 1 medical, time to find a school now.
I have no idea what license I need, CPL or ATPL? (can I get an ATPL or ATP directly, or do I first need to get a CPL?)
I'm looking for a good school that also gives me the possibility to get my A320 typerating. The Airbus A320 typerating gives me a much bigger chance to land a pilot job I guess...
My girlfriend lives in San Diego, so it would be great to go to school in that region.
I will contact some Pilot friends asap, but all the input here in welcome!
Thanks!
Since you are asking about the ATPL I'm gonna assume that you are a European. Under that assumption, Europeans come here and train up to the private pilot with an instrument rating then return to Europe for their commercial and ATPL. If you are planning to stay in the US to fly you're going to need the appropriate visa or become a US citizen. SAA international, Gillespie Field, has an ATPL course, with instructors who are certified to teach to EASA standards. It's also one of the top professional flight schools in SAN Diego and it has a sister school based in Sweden. Hope that helps.
saa2