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Hi Guys.
I’m currently in the same boat, converting my ICAO ATPL towards a TC ATPL.
I’m wondering if you guys have completed the process, and could forward any tips?
I have obtained my Medical.
I am planning on sitting the 3 exams in January 2022.
(How did you all prepare for these? I’ve been recommended to use Nizus or Aerocourse)
Afterwards I’ll book a Simulator with CAE Toronto for the required Flight Test.
My concern is the hours requirement - I have 3300HR, with A320 and A330 Type Ratings. However I don’t specifically meet the P1 requirement, as nearly all my experience is on Airbus classified as P1U/S and P2.
Cheers
TC does not recognize PICUS/P1US obtained under foreign air carriers. CAR explicitly says PIC time required for ATPL can only be substituted by PICUS time obtained from Canadian operators approved for PICUS program.
That's why many Canadian FOs go on unpaid leave to build the required PIC time by doing 703 gigs.