JAA to FAA PPL conversion cost?
Hi,
sorry if this is a bit silly question but I haven't been able to find any clear answer on the internet (and on PPRuNe).
What are the approximate costs of converting a JAA PPL to an FAA PPL (or obtaining some temporary document, that would allow me to fly in the USA)? I found out that you have to pay some small fees for all the paperwork which is fine but then I also read that you have to do a FAA Flight Review with a certified instructor that should cost around $400.
Did I understand it wrong and all you have to do is to fly some routine, one hour check ride with some instructor for a standard rate or does the whole process (from having a JAA PPL to being able to fly solo in the US) really cost about $500-ish or even more (not including the price of the plane rental)?
Thanks.