Originally Posted by
Verdell
There is a difference in restrictions. If the R-ATP is not converted to ATP, the pilot cannot be a Part 121 Captain.
I think this is beside your point, but is a point (in terms of paperwork) worth mentioning. If the paperwork isn't done I mean.
correct, or a pilot in augmented ops. An ER or WB FO cannot have a restricted ATP. But removing the restriction is a paperwork exercise, it isn’t some lesser rating like a PPL or CPL. It just means you passed an ATP checkride with a different set of age/hours requirements than non restricted ATP.