EASA:
Likewise, books out for 15 Easa ATPL's only if I have to. Ridiculous scenario. Been like that for decades, it's getting worse. They don't even recognise left seat jet time anymore.
ATR:
At the time there was a request for expressions of interest for the ATR. 50 applied, some with ATR experience some not. 457 visas were the end result.