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Originally Posted by thomaskies (Post 2479739)

Says who exactly?

Certainly not the U.K. government:

https://news.sky.com/story/govt-to-s...-line-11151049

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Originally Posted by zondaracer (Post 2478501)

I did the conversion in the UK. You will also have to sit all 14 exams, and max three sittings.

I see the 14 exams are grouped in to 3 modules. So if you sat for the exams in their module group as you complete each module, that will take three sittings, right? In which case you can not afford to fail even one? Have I got this right?

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Originally Posted by VHDSJ (Post 2480105)

Correct. Bristol ground school had grouped the exams into two modules and two exam sittings. That way you could afford a failure.

The exams may be completed over six sessions, not three. From the U.K. CAA website:

"EASA regulations state that all theoretical knowledge exams for a particular licence must be completed in six exam sessions. In the case of CPL, IR and ATPL exams, this means completing them within six attendances at CAA exam centres."

The maximum of three sittings refers to the number of re-takes you may have with each subject.

Here is the CAA website for your own verification:

https://www.caa.co.uk/General-aviati...-examinations/

Basically for the U.K. you will need to complete form SRG1192 and send that in via email to: [email protected]. You will also need to set up an account through the customer portal at: https://portal.caa.co.uk/. It should only take a few days from sending in form SRG1192 and you will be granted access to the online booking system through the customer portal. After that you can book and pay for your exams directly through the CAA.

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Originally Posted by Yfe330 (Post 2478355)

Hi all.

My apologies if this topic is covered in another area. Any recommendations for FAA to EASA conversion. I work overseas as Captain. Any help or suggestions are appreciated.

A couple months ago I researched this a little and came up with the following.

In the U.S. right now there are few schools that to FAA to EASA conversion. It's a pretty extense process that involves getting EASA medical, passing the 14 written exams, check rides, etc.

If you are already a Captain I assume you have an ATP which qualifies you for a shorter process. But still, all in all, it would take about 1-2 years of dedicated time and study to fully get your EASA license I believe.

With Norwegian recently entering the U.S. market, the US pilots being hired into Norwegian are required within I believe it's 2 years to get their EASA license. Of course, Norwegian provides the means and materials to do this but they utilize a school in Florida, that school is Gulf Coast Training Solutions.

Right now it would seem that Gulf Coast is your best bet if you're an FAA ATP US pilot looking for a EASA ATP.

This is the email that I received from Gulf Coast a couple months ago when I was researching all this, it pretty much explains the process.

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Thank you for your inquiry regarding converting your license into an EASA license. The process to convert can be completed in just a few simple steps which I will explain in some detail:

Step 1: Pass 14 Written Exams

The first step in all cases is to pass the EASA written examinations. Our course divides those subjects into 3 phases with the subjects split 5/6/3. While there is no set study time required, in most cases it can be expected to take from 5-8 months of studying for the full course. The amount of work that an individual puts in will reflect the timeline. Please note, once you first sit an exam you then have 18 months from that date to pass all 14 subjects.

With our course you will receive:
Full color course notes for the subjects in electronic format with the option to upgrade to black and white paper manuals
Free access to our App- designed to mirror our online learning center, compatible with both the Ipad and Ipad mini, no internet connection required
Approved Flight computer and Jeppesen Student Pilot Route Manual
Access to the online classroom where there are more than 10,000 questions, most of which you will see in the actual exams
Support from EASA approved instructors
A total of 70 hours in class at our facility in the Pre-Exam course to make sure you are ready for the final exams. The time is split across the subjects.

Here is where the hours and ratings come in. If you have an ATP with 500 hours on type Multi-Crew, we can exempt you from the Pre-exam course section of the program. However we do still recommend you attend as it is a valuable resource at your disposal.

The cost of the course is $2450 and you choose whether to receive the 14 manuals in bound paper books or fully searchable USB Memory stick. Both contain the same material, but it depends upon your preference.

Step 2: Pass an EASA Class 1 Medical

This step must be completed in Europe for the initial issue and then may be renewed in the USA.

Step 3: Type Rating Training Organization

Pass an EASA check ride at an EASA TRTO (Type Rating Training Organization) in the simulator for the aircraft on which you have more than 500 hours and pass an EASA check ride. When you get to this step, we can assist you in selecting a TRTO.

Upon completion you will receive a full ATPL issued by the authorities with an EASA PIC type rating attached to your license.

I hope this has answered your questions. Should you have any other questions/concerns please do not hesitate to contact me, or if you are ready to get started please follow this link to enroll. http://www.easalicense.com/courses/

Thank you,

You mentioned you're already flying overseas, would this be in a gulf carrier?

The EASA conversion is a great option to apply at European airlines but you usually have to have citizenship or legal right to work in Europe or any country for the airline you're looking to apply.

In my case I have US and Italian citizenship so it was definitely an option for me.

Hope this info helps out!

Does this EASA license come with a PhD attached to it? I really hope they know how to fly.

Yes we know how to fly thanks.

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Originally Posted by NEDude (Post 2480320)

That’s a positive change, in my opinion. Three sessions was a bit extreme.

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Originally Posted by ME109G (Post 2480666)

Does this EASA license come with a PhD attached to it?

No PhD. The EASA license has opened additional doors overseas and, yes in the U.S. too.

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I really hope they know how to fly.

Um yeah... I sure they hope you know how to fly too... especially when operating in the same skies as you:rolleyes: