Conversion: ICAO SA CPL to EASA CPL + Frozen ATPL
Hi,
Before I start, I have used the search function, but I can't figure it out as it seems not to be common practice.
My idea is to obtain an (ICAO) CPL in South Africa, which I would like to convert to an EASA CPL in Europe. To Convert this I have to do the practical exams. Regarding the theoretical part, I was thinking to do a ATPL theory course, because this includes CPL and IR theory and it is only 1 exam more than just converting it to the CPL only and would give me the "frozen ATPL" credit. I was wondering if this is a feasible idea?
Why do would I like to do this? The cost in South-Africa to obtain the CPL is significantly lower than in Europe and in this way I would still be able to build hours as an instructor in Europe after obtaining the instructor rating in Europe.
Hopefully, someone can help me out. Thanks in advance!