Thank you for your reply. I have seen this thread. It is a little old but I have taken this information already.
I also read a few horror stories about the length of time that it takes to be licensed in China. Is it true that you may be without work for six months while you complete the licensing program?
Hi Jasper,
The information you've taken from the link should still be very helpful.
It took me approx. 6 month from initial application to my start date. Once I got to China, it took another few months before the CAAC granted my ATPL. During this period you will also wait for your residence permit to come through and attend some ground schools arranged by your Airline. All up it took me over 8 month before I was able to step back into the cockpit! So it can take a lot of your time. But once you start flying in China, you will get paid decent money!!! Therefore, a lot of patience is required.
