I realise most operators will still be depending on the present Derogation, but wondered if anyone has experience of using the provisions of 8.5 above to get a TR valid only on (say) an N-reg airplane on an EASA licence
I have done exactly this on my Irish EASA licence.
As you stated, it states valid only for US registered aircraft only as its based on my FAA licence.
275 Euro's, a copy of your training records and last sim, FAA licence, medical and took about one month. Im in the process of doing it again for a new type but have to wait until the FAA issue a full new licence as EASA wont accept a temp airman's certificate.
Tried this with the UK CAA to no avail, hence why I changed to the much more user friendly IAA.
The Isle of Man validation is based on my FAA licence though, as the IAA EASA licence states clearly US registered aircraft only.