Originally Posted by
hueyracer
There is no "frozen ATPL" for helicopters under Easa.....
I am an EASA examiner (though not in the US), and have done some ST for ATPL's already-its not just a simple check flight like you may think...
First, you need all exams to be valid, and to hold a multi pilot type rating already before you can apply for the Skill Test.
This needs pre approval of your licensing CAA....
This check can be combined with an additional multi engine type rating, but usually can not be combined with an initial type rating on MET.
(Some CAA's don't mind, while others insist on this rule...)..
I don’t know about helicopter but a frozen ATPL in Europe means you hold a CPL/ME/IR with all your ATPL written tests completed. I meet all the flight time requirements to take the skill test and I have confirmed with my CAA that it is the final step to obtain a full EASA ATPL license. I am type rated on multi crew jet with the FAA. Once I found an examiner and a location to do the test, my licensing CAA needs to approve the examiner and the test setup.