Hi,
I'm in the process of converting my ICAO ATPL to a US ATP. I'm a 777 Captain employed in Asia and intend to apply for an FO position with a major in the US. My spouse is a US citizen and i intend to obtain a Green Card through her.
I had my ICAO ATPL license verified earlier this year, and subsequently was issued with an FAA PRIVATE PILOT - FOREIGN BASED certificate on Mar 2017, for "AIRPLANE - SINGLE AND MULTIENGINE LAND issued on the basis of and valid only when accompanied by my ICAO ATPL".
Am i correct to understand that my next steps are to:
1. Complete an approved ATP-CTP course
2. Complete the ATP Knowledge/written test.
3. Complete a type-rating course (777 preferably) from an approved training institute, which will include the ATP check ride.
Also, do i need another license verification letter if i expect to complete the above by Feb 2018, beyond the 6-month expiry of the initial verification letter?
Any inputs are much appreciated.