Hi Sir.
I am also Korean who has FAA ATPL with 737 but no time on type.
I have a CFI experience in USA so I can help you a little.
I believe that you want to coversion directly ATP to ATP.
I need time to check FAR.
Right now I know just basic (CPL to CPL) procedure.
*Private Certificate*
1. Check FAA website and fill it up the document.
You need to point it out which FSDO do you want to contact. (eg. LAX or LGB FSDO)
2. FAA receive your document and they fax to Korean government to check your certificate is current and correct. (It takes 40 - 50 days)
3. After confirm from Korean government, FAA notify to you (via email) and send mail to your designated FSDO.
4. You can print out the letter and visit local FSDO. (eg. LAX or LGB FSDO)
The inspector of FSDO will ask about few basic question. (it is depends on inspector 0 min to 2 hours)
5. Inspector issues to you temporary certificate. (Private)
*Instrument rating*
1. before or after receiving Private certificate, you can take a Instrument written exam, by 70% you can pass the test. (You need endorsement from FAA CFII)
2. After receiving temporary certificate, you visit one more time (or just one time) local FSDO.
show the test result to inspector. He will issue another temporary instrument rating (with PPL) certificate.
*Commercial*
1. FAR 61.129 say you need fly with FAA CFI 20HR.
2. Pass the commercial written exam.
3. Pass the practical test.
(for Multi Engine commercial you need TSA approval: $130, 7 ~ 10 days)
*ATP*
1. Pass the ATPL written exam.
2. Visit any Type rating center. (Part 142 school/center)
3. Pass the Test.
If you need more information call me 010-3901-5666. 서종범
