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Old 11-02-2017, 08:07 AM
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Has anyone done work with LIT FSDO in attempting to apply for a part 135 operator certificate ? Just curious about the process time lengths and anything else that makes might be helpful ?
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Old 11-02-2017, 01:31 PM
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I inquired about 5 years ago and was told it would take at least 3 years to look at the next in line, and there were several applicants already in line.
I received a part 137 in a morning though.


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Old 11-07-2017, 05:51 PM
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Old 11-08-2017, 06:24 PM
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Most guys I know put in multiple applications at multiple FSDOs hoping to get the ball rolling earlier.
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I was expecting a "Lit" FSDO.. thread fail
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Old 11-09-2017, 03:03 AM
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Originally Posted by tennesseeflyboy View Post
Has anyone done work with LIT FSDO in attempting to apply for a part 135 operator certificate ? Just curious about the process time lengths and anything else that makes might be helpful ?
It may be faster and cheaper to buy and existing certificate. I occasionally see them advertised on the Anchorage craigslist and on Alaskaslist. Single pilot 135 certificates without an aircraft seem to sell for approximately $20,000 from what I’ve seen.
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Originally Posted by Panzon View Post
It may be faster and cheaper to buy and existing certificate. I occasionally see them advertised on the Anchorage craigslist and on Alaskaslist. Single pilot 135 certificates without an aircraft seem to sell for approximately $20,000 from what I’ve seen.
Bad advice.

One cannot purchase an operating certificate. However, one could purchase a company that owns an operating certificate along with the assets. But if you go this route please read the applicable guidance as you could end up having to totally recertify as if you were starting a new certificate. And if you plan on moving the certificate again it is not an easy process.
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Originally Posted by jonnyjetprop View Post
Most guys I know put in multiple applications at multiple FSDOs hoping to get the ball rolling earlier.
An excellent way to slow down the process, especially once the FAA figures out you are "FSDO shopping".
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