OVERSEAS LICENCE CONVERSION

Ad Astral specialises in the flight training component of overseas licence conversion. Suitable for experienced Airline or Military pilots wishing to convert to an Australian ATP(A)L. The course consists of 3 simulator sessions and 2 flights in the Beech Duchess. Rating will include NDB, VOR, LLZ and ILS. This course is usually completed in four days and can usually be achieved for less than AUD$4,000. However the course is always tailored to the individual and is dependant on aptitude.

Prerequisites

• Certificate of Validation (C of V)
• Current Medical (minimum class 2)
• Instrument rating theory (IREX)
• CPL Air Law (CLWA
• ATPL Air Law (AALW) (click here for our recommended provider)
• English Language Proficiency (We can provide)
• ASIC/AVID
  
  

Course Overview

• 3.0 Hours BE 76 Duchess
• 4.5 Hours ATC 810 Simulator
• Comprehensive pre-flight briefs and post flight debriefs
• Beech Duchess Endorsement
• Flight Test

Notes on converting foreign licences:

A holder of a valid foreign ATPL licence that has been issued by an ICAO Contracting State, may convert this licence to an Australian ATPL. The conversion requires passes in both the CPL Flight Rules & Air Law exam for the relevant aircraft category (either CLWA or CLWH) and the ATPL Air Law exam (AALW). The candidate must pass the CPL Air Law exam before attempting the ATPL Air Law exam.

There is no flight test for the ATP(A)L. However, the applicant for an ATP(A)L must hold, or have held an Australian command instrument rating. An equivalent overseas rating cannot be accepted.

In order to undergo flight training and testing in Australia, a candidate will need to obtain a certificate of validation. A certificate of validation will not be issued unless the applicant;

• Holds a current foreign ATP(A)L from an ICAO contracting state.
• Has obtained an Australian Aviation Reference Number
• Has obtained an ASIC/AVID

C of V applications may be lengthy and will be valid for a limited duration. Please plan ahead.

CASA guidelines for the conversion of an ATPL can be found here.

TRAINING COURSES

• Command Instrument Rating
• CIR Renewal
• Multi Engine Training Approval
• Overseas Licence Conversion
• GNSS RNAV (NPA) Training
• IREX Theory
• Simulator Currency Contract


The Syllabus
CIR Sim course example

Ad-Astral is located at Perth Domestic Airport. This offers easy and quick access to all navigational aids without the need for expensive and time consuming transit flights. As Perth is a Class C control zone, valuable experience operating amongst international and domestic jet traffic can be gained. For overseas license conversions, Perth offers the familiarity of Class C airspace, easing the conversion process. In addition, as our final destination is always Perth, an instrument approach to a full stop landing is guaranteed. This ensures the training value of each sortie is maximised.