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So you are in China, so what? Many of us work abroad
Exactly my point..
As Finals19 wrote :
I now work back in Europe and converted to the JAA (EASA) CPL/ME/IR. I went into it eyes wide open, and yes it cost me a significant amount. Its no good complaining about it - as others have said, it is what it is, its perfectly clear what is required. You have a choice.
Exactly the thought i tried to put across.
JAA has a standard,if you wanna enjoy the privileges of a EU license you simply have to do the work/sacrifice for it.
The SELECTION is the license.
In the US,the selection is experience and University degree.
Each system has its own ways.
In Europe you can fly with a waver such as Ryan Air for a year..can one go to the the USA and fly a year without a green card and FAA license for lets say South West Airlines???
Wrong! If you don't keep current you will loose it all after seven years. Flying outside of easa will not count.
Wrong, the Airline i operate for in China is recognized by the UK CAA and my IR remains current while I work here.