Calling all ATP's

[Tonala2k]

I want to get started on my ATP, but as it is a certificate that I am so unfamiliar with I need some help. There seems to be little help out there when compared to Private, Commercial, and CFI to which there are endless resources. I want to make sure that I don't just simple get my ATP, but that when I take my tests I KNOW IT. I am very proud at times and want my ATP cert to mean that I am at that stage in aeronautical knowledge and proficiency. Is there any help[ out there beyond the "Red Book?"

 

[stall022]

I want to get started on my ATP, but as it is a certificate that I am so unfamiliar with I need some help. There seems to be little help out there when compared to Private, Commercial, and CFI to which there are endless resources. I want to make sure that I don't just simple get my ATP, but that when I take my tests I KNOW IT. I am very proud at times and want my ATP cert to mean that I am at that stage in aeronautical knowledge and proficiency. Is there any help[ out there beyond the "Red Book?"

i would suggest saving your money and use it to just get more total time.. most places that are hiring nowdays only require a ATP part 121 written which will be good for 2 years after you take it. once you get hired on with a company you will get your ATP certifcate during the same checkride that you are type rated.

 

[MauleSkinner]

I want to get started on my ATP, but as it is a certificate that I am so unfamiliar with I need some help. There seems to be little help out there when compared to Private, Commercial, and CFI to which there are endless resources. I want to make sure that I don't just simple get my ATP, but that when I take my tests I KNOW IT. I am very proud at times and want my ATP cert to mean that I am at that stage in aeronautical knowledge and proficiency. Is there any help[ out there beyond the "Red Book?"

Get a copy of the ATP PTS and look through it. You'll find that the ATP oral is going to be very "systems oriented". The Fed that did my single-engine ATP had me really thinking about how things worked in the Bonanza...amazing the scenarios a knowlegeable examiner can come up with to make you dig deeper in your brain about even the "simplest" of systems.

Second, be very well-versed in IFR procedures...study the AIM, the new (2004, I think) "Instrument Procedures Handbook" (I think that's what it's called). The ATP is largely an instrument checkride with tighter tolerances and more knowlege required.

Good luck!

David

 

[Going2Baja]

Spend the $$ and go do the two day course. It looks good to have and you'll never look back. If you are going the route of the regionals then having the written passed would be fine as the regional will give you rating with the upgrade.

My $.02

Baja.

 

[Tonala2k]

Thanx baja,

But I don't have the hours yet. I just want to keep myself focused and progressing. Need to set the example for my students too, you know.