Topher Posted September 9, 2011 Report Share Posted September 9, 2011 Hi Guys, My Albertan girlfriend has caused me to seriously look at converting my Oz AME licence to a Canadian one. If I throw a ring on this girls finger, how much paperwork will be involved in making the move? At this stage, I'd like to be living in Canada late next year so I'm in no hurry and understand the economic situation over there at the moment. I'll have piston and turbine helicopter coverage with well documented experience on R22, R44, B47, H269, H369, B206, AS350 as well as a 204 and 212 combined type course. I should also have airframe coverage on fixed wing aircraft below 5,700kgs MTOW (in case I have to get work fixing Air Tractors on the prairies). Can anyone help give me an idea of what's involved re: exams, recognition of prior learning, documentation of experience and any other tips or tricks? Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heliman2 Posted September 11, 2011 Report Share Posted September 11, 2011 Hi Guys, My Albertan girlfriend has caused me to seriously look at converting my Oz AME licence to a Canadian one. If I throw a ring on this girls finger, how much paperwork will be involved in making the move? At this stage, I'd like to be living in Canada late next year so I'm in no hurry and understand the economic situation over there at the moment. I'll have piston and turbine helicopter coverage with well documented experience on R22, R44, B47, H269, H369, B206, AS350 as well as a 204 and 212 combined type course. I should also have airframe coverage on fixed wing aircraft below 5,700kgs MTOW (in case I have to get work fixing Air Tractors on the prairies). Can anyone help give me an idea of what's involved re: exams, recognition of prior learning, documentation of experience and any other tips or tricks? Thanks in advance. Call any Transport Canada Aviation Office and they will give you all the answers. You can find their numbers on the web. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuddenStop Posted September 11, 2011 Report Share Posted September 11, 2011 do you have pics of the girlfriend? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heliman2 Posted September 11, 2011 Report Share Posted September 11, 2011 Now that's funny!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topher Posted September 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted September 12, 2011 I've got some great pictures! Believe me, it's worth the move! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m83248-113 Posted September 12, 2011 Report Share Posted September 12, 2011 If you don't like the answer don't be afaid to call a different office. Sometimes two people will have a different opinion on how to do things especially within the ranks of Transport Canada. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil Posted September 20, 2011 Report Share Posted September 20, 2011 i went from NZ to canada in 2001 as a LAME and had to do 10 exams, and prove 2 years of schooling and then my helitech alison 250 course wasnt recognised because apparently if the course is available in canada it must be done their so i redid it at BCIT. Good Luck... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thisistopher Posted September 24, 2011 Report Share Posted September 24, 2011 Thanks for the post Phil, that's what I'm after. Were there any other things that you found useful to have for the conversion? I've searched for information on the Transport Canada website regarding the exams, but can't seem to find any information. I'd be calling a TC office but I'm away from a landline at the moment and the cellphone bill would break me. Are the exams done through colleges? Eg, SAIT on a regular or as required basis? Or can I expect something like Australia where they are held in around 50 locations at a set time, about eight times a year? Did those 10 exams limit you to a particular configuration of helicopter eg. Single Engine Turbine (205, 206, AS350, H369) airframe and engine or does that give you full helicopter coverage (depending on courses attended) or full aircraft coverage (again, depending on courses done)? Thanks for taking the time to reply guys, it's really appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
212wrench Posted September 24, 2011 Report Share Posted September 24, 2011 Here is the list of requirements and you will see the exams listed. You also need to write the Air Regulations exam. There are no type specific questions, they are all multiple choice. The exams are done at a transport canada office. http://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/civilaviation/regserv/cars/part5-standards-t566s01-262.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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