Recommendations for ICAO CPL License Conversion to EASA

[Jetstream alpha]

Hi all,

I'm currently coming to the end of my training on an integrated course towards a fATPL. My course is part of a cadet program, however in the current climate it doesn't look as though the airline will be in a position to take me on anytime soon. I was hoping to use my 'time off' to convert my ICAO CPL to an EASA one and was wondering if anyone had any recommendations where I can get this done?

From my understanding I would have to re-do all my ATPL theory exams as well as a number of hours before taking my EASA CPL and IR rating flying exams.

My authority used the EASA syllabus and ECQB for our exams but unfortunately as it's not an EASA member state I'm unable to transfer the exam credits. I'm fine with either a classroom based or distance learning for theory although may lean to a preference of classroom based as that's what I'm used to.

My integrated course followed pretty much the same flying program as the EASA course at my flying school so I was wondering whether any of the flying from my course would be able to transfer over?

Cheers,

[Climb150]

The real question is, do you have the right to work in the EU? If not, conversion of your license is pointless.

[Jetstream alpha]

Hi, yes I have European citizenship that allows me to work in the EU

[rudestuff]

Book the cheapest distance learning ATPL course and take the exams as soon as possible while it's all still fresh in your memory.

[Climb150]

This is from a school in Malta. Ignore the location and look at the flying training involved to convert. All EASA member states will have almost identical criteria for conversation.

• Pass an EASA Medical examination. We will help you organize this in Malta upon your arrival.
• Complete the ATPL theoretical knowledge course and pass the 14 ATPL theoretical examinations. We will assist you in the preparation for these examinations through our distance learning
• Web based training course. You are in fact able to commence with this training immediately. Details attached.
• Complete training as required to pass a Radio Telephony practical examination in English and an English Language Proficiency test in Malta.
• Complete training as required to ensure competency in night flying.
• Complete 6 hours of Multi Engine flight training and 7 hours of ground training relating to the Multi Engine Piston Class Rating.
• Complete at least 8 hours of flight training on the P2006T multi engine aircraft in preparation for your Commercial Pilot Licence skill test.
• Complete at least 15 hours of IFR flight training on the P2006T aircraft in preparation for your Instrument Rating skill test.

On evaluation of your logbook and after an initial training flight, we can recommend a reduction in hours, but the final decision remains with CAD. Attached an indication of the costs.