How to convert JAA CPL(A) to CPL(A)?
 

Hi,

Is there a bridging course to convert JAA frozen ATPL on fixed wing with CPL and 450 hours into a frozen ATPL on helicopters and CPL(H) ?

Also if one holds CPL on fixed wing is it a good option to continue on to get the IR on a fixed wing and then try to convert the lot to CPL(H) with IR.

I am looking to make a move towards a North Sea helicopter role.

Thanks for the help.

To convert ATPL(A) theory to ATPL(H) theory requires:

Performance
Operational Procedures
Principles of Flight
Composite Paper (100 extra general questions)

I would recommend bristol.gs for this.

CPL(A) to CPL(H):

135hrs Rotary Total Time
50hrs Rotary P1

I don't know of any specific courses running for this - so whichever CPL provider you prefer.

Regarding converting CPL(A)/IR to CPL(H)/IR. You would be much more employable with the IR and it would theoretically be cheaper to convert from IR(A), however I get the impression that most North Sea Companies will pay for you IR if you are the right applicant. Having said that, I know that some people have been employed the same day that they passed their IR(H).

Bobby

hey flyboy

just double check that you do in fact need to do all those subjects. :=

they are required for the atpl(A) which you already have. assuming you hold a frozen jar atpl then all you will possibly need to do is write the principles of flight(h) paper.

i understand that the bridging subjets like ops,pof(a) and perf are for those wishing to covert from atpl h to atpl a. i could be wrong but worth checking out with a ground school.

good luck