flywithfun "There is something about the FAA ATPL that hasn't been mentioned here:
You NEED to have 1500 hrs in your logbook BEFORE you can take the written (computer) test!!!"
As of when is that info current? As far as I know, that is incorrect, unless it has changed recently. I did mine almost 15 years ago, and honestly, don't feel like looking at the FARs right now.
I'm pretty sure you CAN take the written ATPL written test without having 1500 hours. The test is only valid for 2 years, longer if continually employed by an airline (I think), so it does not make sense to take it until prior to having 1500 hours. Depending on how fast you think you'll get to 1500.
And as far as I know, you do not need to present your logbook to an FAA inspector; an instructor sign off is enough, who should verify you meet the minimums.
Showing your logbook to an examiner who will administer the FAA ATPL is another thing.
Bealzebub,
well done finding that....and the US/FAA is a memeber of ICAO.
Like I keep saying, it's all politics.