Foreign pilots in usa?

Question

Hi...i was wondering if and how foreign pilots can get work in the USA. I know there are safety concerns since 911, but can they still get work freelancing or working for charter companies, etc. What's the best place to start looking? There are good opportunities here in the USA. Please, any info would be great, thanks :)

Answer 1

The best place to start your research is at the FAA web site.  The following FAA hyper links should get you started as a foreign pilot:

http://www.faa.gov/licenses_certificates...

http://www.faa.gov/pilots/intl/

Foreign License

If you are applying for a certificate issued on the basis of a foreign license under the provisions of:

· 14 CFR Parts 61, Section 61.75

· Special purpose pilot authorizations under Section 61.77

· Using a pilot certificate issued under Section 61.75 to apply for a commercial pilot certificate under Section 61.123 (h)

· Applying for an airline transport pilot certificate issued under Section 61.153 (d) (3)

· Applying for a certificate issued on the basis of a foreign license under the provisions of 14 CFR Part 63, Sections 63.23 and 63.42

Then you must have the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) that issued those certificates verify the validity and currency of the foreign license and medical certificate or endorsement before you apply for an FAA certificate or authorization.

Additional Requirements for United Kingdom and Australia Applicants

In addition to the procedures stated under Verification of Authenticity of Foreign license, Rating and Medical Certification above, airmen from the United Kingdom or Australia must contact their respective CAA to complete additional forms that are required PRIOR to providing the requested information to the Airmen Certification Branch. We have provided a link to each CAA for your convenience: UK CAA website, Australia CAA website.

Answer 2

You'll want to check with the FAA.  You'll most likely need to convert your foreign flight certificate to the US equivalent.

www.faa.gov