Which is done first....Exams or application?

[Greensman]

Hi Guys

A bit confused as to which i need to deal with first. Would I need to apply to the UK CAA applying for the conversion of my ICAO ATPL to UK JAA first or can i go ahead with the exams, medical, skills test before submitting the application for the license? I hope i'm not going about this carriage before the horse! Anyone with any idea on the process?

[redsnail]

My advice, go to Gatwick and get the medical done first. That way you'll get an ARN (reference number) which can be used for the exams etc.

[nuclear weapon]

Go with redsnails advice as without passing the medical there's no point going ahead with the exams.

[varigflier]

Is the JAA medical exam like the FAA medical exam? How long does it take to get it done?

[Greensman]

The FAA initial is pretty straight forward. Not sure about getting it done in the UK though. For me it was a straight case of making an appointment with an FAA AME, medical was about 30mins long. I'm dreading the thought of having to do a medical examination for 4 hrs. Not to mention the 2-3 weeks wait as quoted by the folks at Gatwick. I just find it so difficult dealing with or getting information from the CAA.