Originally Posted by
Mercenary Pilot
YOU CANT GET A STUDENT VISA FOR A TYPE RATING!!!
Really? (this has already been stated in this thread)
Anyone who reads this thread and has investigated the matter will invariably come to the conclusion that there is a lot of confusion among agencies, FTO/TRTO's and Pilots.
Also let me remind readers that the requirements and TSA clearance process for a SSTR are different from those for an airline sponsored candidate.
Correct me if I'm wrong but from what dartagnan has posted
Based on the forgoing, TSA representatives having security inspection responsibility and oversight authority for flight training providers will adhere to performing those inspections duties outlined within the PARIS prompts for the the respective regulated entity and other related TSA inspection guidance material and directives, and will abstain from making visa appropriate or validity determination until further notice, as appropriate.
I come to the conclusion that for the time being TSA will not deny applications based on the candidate's visa status.