FAA conversion = How much?

[Steve76]

Guys, if you go to one of these big schools in the US for an FAA conversion (3hrs + groundschool + flight test fees) How much coin is this going to set one back?

[rudestuff]

You're in California - shouldn't you be telling us?

[Aesir]

FAA conversion from what to what??

[ayaarr]

Information on reccommended flight training organisations converting Australian and New Zealand commercial to FAA commercial would be appreciated

[MD900 Explorer]

Rudestuff

I think CA = Canada as a location as opposed to Ca. = California.

Aesir

I think Steve76 is asking about conversion from Canadian ICAO to FAA if i know him right

Steve76

Cuzz.....hope you well?

MD

[rudestuff]

Hmm, Canada? California? - close enough!

I'd check on individual prices, but you're not looking at much more than $250 an hour dual ad $300-600 for a check ride.

Just out if interest - as of December 1st there is a straight conversion for Airplanes: As long as you have 250hrs you just need to do the written test and they give you an FAA commercial. No flight or oral.

The FAA and TCCA are working on a similar scheme for helicopters.

[Steve76]

Thanks guys,

* MD900 did you text me recently? Looking forward to catching up again.
Lets hope the TC and FAA work a bit quicker...!

[Little Fish]

Anyone know what is required for an Aussie to work in Canada. Not sure if they recognise any of our licenses.

Any help is appreciated.

[Steve76]

Little Fish - full conversion costing about $5K Canuk. There are also requirements for IFR training etc. Contact Chinook Helicopters in Abbotsford.

Rudestuff - how likely is it that there will be a Canadian to USA licence swap in the near future? Do you know any further info??

It would be just my luck to pay for it all and they announce the deal...

[Little Fish]

Steve76

If you've already got ME IFR experience with a few renewals does it count towards the requirements or would there still be additional IFR requirements.

LF

[MD900 Explorer]

Steve76

Yes mate i did text you. Send me a PM if you need the number again

MD

[rudestuff]

steve76:

Here's the AC from Transport Canada:

http://www.tc.gc.ca/CivilAviation/ge...ac0601.htm#6_3

Your guess is as good as mine as to when they decide to extend it to us lot - but at least they're talking to each other.

You never know - maybe the JAA will jump on board?
Right, I'm off to feed my flying pigs...

[WLM]

Hi Steve76
I was quoted USD2500 including accommodation & transport for full conversion by Mauna Loa helicopters in Hawaii, if that helps.
Cheers Cuzz
WLM