Hi,
I have some questions about training and licensing
Let me briefly introduce myself.
I have a JAA CPL+ME+IR and an MCC + Jet orientation
I also have an FAA PPL based on my JAA PPL, which allows me to fly IFR.
I have a complex checkout, because I fly an N-reg SR22.
Now I want to step up to an N-reg Piper PA46 Meridian (which is a 500shp turboprop).
My question is, what training do I actually require... It seems that I can get my PA46 checkout under JAA or FAA regulations it's up to me as the licenses are coupled up to Private Pilot level.
Now, the owner of the aircraft advised me that the insurance company requires 50 hours on the PA46 WITH an instructor. So maybe I can do this partly in a simulator?.. Or would this be different with my JAA CPL? The other pilots of the aircraft only have a PPL +IR.
As I already know a lot about the aircraft we are looking towards the cheapest/fastest solution.. But I don't have an idea where to start especially with the JAA/FAA....
Kind regards