BravoPapa

Thanks. That's another thing I've been trying to understand, the difference between 'restricted' and 'regular' ATP. As someone just building hours the 'normal' way, i.e., doing part 61, getting the ratings over time, etc, is that restricted or regular? If someone could explain that in a little detail it would be appreciated.

I did find this:

What is the difference between a restricted ATP and an unrestricted ATP?
An unrestricted ATP is required prior to operating as Pilot in Command under 14 CFR Part 121. Crewmembers may serve as Second in Command under 14 CFR Part 121 with a restricted ATP. A restricted ATP requires less flight hours than an unrestricted ATP and is attainable at 21 years of age versus 23 years of age for an unrestricted ATP.

So is this saying that I can apply to a regional with only 200 hours of cross country if I am going to be a FO/SIC?