I am hoping it all goes back to the airline level as well. That old way of taking it in a Piper Seminole is out dated at best. It was generally a GA rating at higher standards. Nothing pertaining to airline flying.

The cost is 1 factor of concern. I can't imagine that in this day and age, people will self fund this new ATP-CTP training. Sounds more like the regional will take it over, hopefully for me. I didn't take the written in time, work commitments.

Does anybody know if the FSDO has a record of the date I took my ATP Written on? I took it 8+ years ago but I don't know the exact date. Thanks!

It should, a part 61 school cant provide the ATP CTP, it has to be from a 121,135,141,142 certificate holder.

Nope, I can say with 100% certainty the FSDO does not. Airmen Records in Oklahoma City (available via the website) should. I suggest contacting them if this is something you want/need.

The FAA maintains three types of files (in addition to ratings/certs and medical status):
EIS (enforcement Information Subsystem), AIS (accident /Incident Data), and Basic Airman Files. The results of knowledge tests and practical tests are in the Basic Airman Files. This information is presently on microfiche but under the new modified PRIA will have to be uploaded in digital form to a database so that it can be accessed by 135, 125, and 121 employers. You can get a copy of yours by sending a request to AFS-760 in OK. (need name, address, DOB, SS or aiman number, signature).

That's a little known fact about the Airline Safety and FAA Act of 2010 - the database (everyone is focused on the 1500 rule and new ATP requirements but the body of legislation is pretty extensive). The database has yet to be implemented. Also, employers will upload records regarding proficiency, disciplinary action, failed checks, etc. to this database.

The rule also covers standardization checks in 91 operations if the info is derogatory (this would apply to a corporate pilot that later decides to go to 121, 135, or 125). I've researched this extensively lately as I'm writing an article on this topic.

Such a dumb test - but hey, it's done!

As long as you can calculate the MAC on a 727, and DONT forget to add the weight of the straps on the palette...then my family is safe with you!

There are two ways to control boundary layer flow. Who the (expletive) knows what they are, but there are two ways...

There are a TON of companies that require ATPs per their insurance, accreditation, personal standards, or whatever that are going to be hard pressed to find ATPs.

Hazaa! We ATPs are all worth more!

As Rick Blaine said, "Maybe not today, maybe not tomorrow, but soon, and for the rest of your life" they will regret having to have ATPs to fill jobs that don't require ATPs.

True, it sucks or blows. Literally!