Originally Posted by
Benver
if you have your FAA CPL, you need to convert it to the colombian PCA (Commercial). it will cost you about 9millions = 3000USD give or take. will take about 10 days, plus whatever it takes for the Civil Aeronautics to issue a license. If properly executed.... could be 2 months. The good school to convert your license is Adevia in Bogota. If you have legal residency.... you should have no problem getting a job, but I am telling you: this is no joke down here... crew scheduling is absurd, but its a good way to build up the 1500 hours and get a A320 type rating..... I did it and now I am applying for jobs in the USA..... its a good plan....
After flying in Colombia, Bender, it may also be worth an additional investment to add the A320 type rating to your US ATP. You may find that expat flying is a fresh adventure to one’s life’s experience. Now a days, Boeing and Airbus certificates are almost like passports. I won’t say you’ll make a zillion bucks. But it’s, a great way to travel, and live and experience different cultures world wide.
Contrary to claims made by some, expat flying does not disqualify you from gaining employment with a US carrier.
For example, many Chinese carriers have been, and are and will be looking for type rated A320 F/Os. From a recent report, Chinese will make up about 50% or airline passengers by 2040.
Good luck with your career.
