In Nov 2004 I completed my JAA ATPL-H theory examinations and qualified as a CPL-H in June 2005{No IR}. To date I have been a VFR pilot but would like to aim for a career in the North Sea{Min Req- CPL-H +IR+ATPL exams}.
Firstly, I need to pass the 4 exams below so I can qualify for my IR training.
CAP 804-Section 4-Part L Appendices: 4.2 states the following:
4.2 An applicant for an IR(H) having passed the relevant theoretical examinations for an
ATPL(H) VFR is required to pass the following examination subjects:
– Air Law
– Flight Planning and Flight Monitoring
– Radio Navigation
– IFR Communications
However, after contacting the UK CAA to verify my course of action I was quoted Section 4 Part L 3.6.
3.6 An applicant for an ATPL(H) with an IR(H), having passed the relevant theoretical
examinations for a CPL(H) is credited towards the theoretical knowledge requirements
in the following subjects:
– Principles of Flight (Helicopter)
– VFR Communications
I have passed the 13 ATPL-H exams rather than the CPL-H exams?. Does the CAA response mean that if I want to pursue a North Sea career I will need to resit all of the ATPL-H theory except P of F and VFR Comms?.
Any feedback is much appreciated. Thanks in advance
TTW