Originally Posted by Skysurfer66
My aim was to go to the US, do the FAA PPL flight test (after a quick refresher) in order for me to do my instrument rating, and then go on to do the Comm.
You will also need to be well prepared for the FAA written test before you can take any PTS. The PTS also comprises a fairly rigorous oral component with the Examiner so you will also need to be well familiar with the FAR's etc.