ICAO ATPL → FAA ATP

ICAO to FAA pilot license conversion.

Quick answer

Foreign ATPL holders convert to FAA ATP via license verification, ATP-CTP, the FAA ATP knowledge test, and a practical (usually combined with a type rating). USD 8–15k, 4–8 months.

Cost

USD 8,000 – 15,000

Timeline

4 – 8 months

Difficulty

Hard

Requirements

  • 1Hold a valid ICAO ATPL with at least 1,500 hrs
  • 2Form 8060-71 verification of foreign license
  • 3ATP-CTP course (~USD 4–7k)
  • 4Pass FAA ATP knowledge test
  • 5Pass FAA ATP practical test (or combined Type Rating)
  • 6FAA Class 1 medical

Hours required

Same as standard FAA ATP (1,500 hrs)

Exams & checkrides

  • ATP-CTP
  • ATP Knowledge Test
  • ATP Practical / Type Rating

Frequently asked questions

Can I waive ATP-CTP?

No. Every FAA ATP applicant for airplane multi-engine must complete ATP-CTP regardless of foreign experience.

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