ATPL IN NZ/AUSTRALIA??
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ATPL IN NZ/AUSTRALIA??
Have found that trg in NZ/Aus is far cheaper than in the UK and that in NZ foreign mil personnel can get a few exemptions. Is it worth doing an ATPL out there and then converting it back to a JAR ATPL in the UK??. .. .What pitfalls are associated with going along this route in terms of later employability?
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Bad news...The UK CAA give little or no exemptions for a Foreign (non-JAA) ATPL. I understand there is no exemptions whatsoever for the written exams and limited exemptions for the flying.. .. .However, should someone start a JAA recognised school "downunder", then you are in business.. .Word of caution about NZ; whilst I am not entirely up to date, they require an ATPL flight test in a pressurised NZ registered Air Transport Aircraft...$$$ . .. .As for the job prospects; NZ and OZ are awash with pilots, however most Asian countries(including HKG) recognise NZ/OZ licences. . .. .Good news, the weather, food and wine are better down under...and once you get the hang of the beer and shelias ...it's great!!!. .. .Hope this helps and good luck!
