conversion...
 

I would like to know if the ATP written would reduce the number of exams one would take to convert FAA to NCAA license. Any would be great! Areoservice have the best deal (SIC) 737 type right now.. Just under $5k . I just got off the phone with them.

parisjet
 

thanks for your good advice..i will certainly keep that in mind..infact i was nt planning to do the TR without any agreement with them..that is why i am trying to get any contact info for the head of ops or the CP..also i am not a nigerian you have probably mistaken me with the guy who is in texas..i am a tanzanian..i have submitted my application to the email they have posted on the website..i am waiting to see if they will respond and in the mean time find a way to get CPs email or contact..thanks again..

happy landings..

aamandani,
Check your PM, got the contact there for you.

Addisonflyer,
Do not, i repeat, do not do the SIC type, it will be useless unless you get it on your FAA license, which requires 1 takeoff and landing in the actual aircraft.
What you need is the PIC type with the restriction. Contact Higher Power and ask for Gail she is familiar with what im talking about.
Dont waste your time doing any ATP written, has no significance in Nigeria.

Fly Safe

Embraer
 

They are short of Captains on the embraer only. Too many FOs on the e-jet doing an average of 40 hours a month and infact they plan to move some fos with 733 rating back to the 733.

If you are rated on the 733 you stand a chance as they are desperately looking for crew considering the fact that there is an imminent mass exodus to Arik soon.

But be prepared for late pay except if you just want to get some experience:ok:

737 type...
 

I called High power yesterday and the amount they want is a little bit high 16k..... With Aeroservice i would Get the Type on my License but it would Have a PIC limitaion until i have 25 supervised hours in the right seat. I dont think any airline would want to put me in the left seat with just over 200 hrs.... or am i missing something? This whole type thing is so confusing now. According to the FAR/ part 61.63 Sub part E(9) ii. I would Get the type rating on my license but with the supervised limitaion on it. Can any one shed more light on this. Also the Simulator used by Aeroservice is a full motion Level C for the 737-300 and a Full motion Level D for the 737-800 NG

I need HELP!!!!!!! i really want to get this over with and get my behind back to NIGERIA! ASAP...

737 type
 

Just get the 737-300 type with the limitation. Opens all airlines in Nigeria for you and you will get the limitation removed by just showing your logbook to any FSDO after you have 25hrs on type. Also no problems with the NCAA in validating or converting the license. Aeroservice is a good place to train, I can recommend them.

Addisonflyer, maybe try Active aerospace in vancouver Canada, not sure what they charge for the rating, but it's a PIC rating. They can get you sorted out quicker than anywhere I've heard of. They Use Air Canadas and Westjets's SOPs Sims and instructors. A lot of Self sponsored dudes are heading there now, mainly due to less stress in getting a VISA than you would going to the States.

Parisjet
 

I am already in the States so it would be easier to get it all sorted here as to going to canada. Thank you guys for all the information and advice. I dont know what i would have done without y'all? I love PPRUNE!

Where
 

What training facility or school inn Texas did u get your license? Maybe we can meet.

Monarch Air
 

Monarch air in addison TX

Hi Addisonflyer, since ur in Texas give HPA a call and ask for Gail, great people over at Higher Power.

Solid set up and willing to go the extra mile with fresh guys out of school going for large jets, loads of our guys seem to come out of HPA. Give them a visit:

Balewa

Contacts
 

I need help getting contacts in Nigeria.. I want to start my networking and what better place to start....PPRUNE! Please help a brother out!

Higher Pqwer Aviation Has the best deal
 

Hi Brother
As Balewa said contact Gail or Mark at Higher Power since they have excellent deals.I just had a 737 300 type and also had an EFIS/NG orientation on the 737800 Level D Sim.All under 10k.The good part is that i have just finished ma interview with Virgin Nigeria and set to joining them.HPA is about the best in the business when it comes to 737 and they have warm and excellent experienced instructors who dont just check boxes but really teach and guide.Dont be mislead by cheaper options since it is the quality of training that matters.Look forward to see you in Nigeria.They Train FAA inspectors on the 737 300/800 by the way so you know their credibility.

Any boeing time will be good as the difference training is not that great. At least soemone is hiring.

Best way to apply to VN
 

Hi,

I'm a 1500 hour pilot working on a 73 tr. Can anybody advise me on my best way forward to applying to VN? Any contact information would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Hi - Does Virgin Nigeria have fly in fly out jobs or does one have to stay in Lagos all the time ?

No commutting
 

I don't know this first hand but reading the posts it seems that they are not geared for that and expect you to stay in Lagos:{

em20 is correct. lagos base only.

@abhi88,
Kindly Chk ur PM inbox!

I think people should verify from the NCAA first before they embark on any course. The NCAA has the final say. I have people who have RECENTLY had serious probs with putting TR on their NCAA licenses after completing courses at some ot the schools mentioned above. This ended up in more money being spent. Sometimes the excitement of the prospect of a first job can cloud one's judgement. Remember that TRTOs like higher power are just after your money.
NCAA regs are changing, they might not allow private candidates to get type ratings. Also if u r a foreigner there are now new regulations regarding minimum experience levels for capts and f/os. Basically if u r an expat, u should be an EXPERT. No more coming to Nigeria to gain experience, which is the casefor a lot of the expats flying in Nigeria. Expats are supposed to be hired for their expertise.

Caveat emptor!