Canadian License <750 hours to write FAA ATP exam

[sradwan]

Hey guys,

I am trying to apply for a job overseas, but im lacking one requirement which is a frozen ATPL. I'm currently holding a CPL with a group 1 and apprx 300 hours. I've written the IATRA, but I'm unable to write the ATPL exam here in Canada due to the 750 hr requirement. Once I am finished studying, would I be able to just drive down to the states and write the FAA ATPL exam or are there certain steps or requirements that I have to take before doing that?

If anyone can help clarify this for me id really appreciate it.
Thank you.

[JBI]

I'm not sure about the hours requirements to write the FAA ATPs, but in the US, applicants for an ATP Certificate need to take a new CPT course before they are eligible to write the exams. https://www.faa.gov/pilots/training/atp/

[Liquid Charlie]

All I can tell you is that the American ATP now has higher requirements than our Canadian license.

[Panama Jack]

Taking an FAA ATP written does not give you a frozen ATP. Assuming you are not converting a Canadian ATP, in the USA you also have to do a ATP practical test (check ride) to get the ATP. The ATP written, like any FAA written, is only valid for two years.