Thanks for the input, guys. I have had several conversations with the DO and it seems their upper management is able to get things expedited with GCAA. Not sure about the 145 needing GCAA certifcation though since many, many 135BJ's operate out of UAE. In fact, my GCAA type rating is issued as an "EMB135/145" because it is (aside from the fuel system and seating) the same airplane. I intend to head over there, partly based on the lack of negative things I can find about them. That's definitely a good thing!