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Application for ATP without 500 xc time

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Hi everybody, I'd need some help interpreting 14 CFR 61.160(f). I can apply for an ATP license if I meet all the requirements listed in 61.159 except the cross country time (200 instead of 500). In this case my license would be issued with the  note: "Restricted in accordance with 14 CFR 61.167." All the limitations listed in that paragraph and the note on the license will be voided as soon as I meet the requirements listed in 14 CFR 61.159, basically as soon as I present to the local FSDO proof that I have the 500 hours cross country. Am I right?   Thanks everyone for your time. Fly safe.

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  1. Wes Beard on Jul 21, 2015

    Yes. I agree with your analysis.

    To remove the limitation you will need to go to the FSDO with proof of the aeronautical experience. In the near future, DPEs and TCEs may be able to remove that limitation.

    http://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Notice/N_8900_310.pdf

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  2. lo_fly on Jul 22, 2015

    Thank you very much for your answer Wes.

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