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Originally Posted by Pilot84  Hold on a sec. You mean if I am not a citizen I need to apply again and get cleared by the TSA for a part 141 training? OMG. IF so what category does this fall into? HOw long does it take? I hope I will be okay for my April 7 class. |
Most part 121 jobs fall under category 1 clearances. You can expect 1-3 months for the final approval to train, assuming you already have fingerprints on file.
FYI from
www.flightschoolcandidates.gov
Category 1 - Candidates who seek flight training in the operation of aircraft with a maximum certificated takeoff weight greater than 12,500 pounds, but who do not fall into Category 2.
Category 2 - Candidates who seek flight training in the operation of aircraft with a maximum certificated takeoff weight greater than 12,500 pounds, and who:
Are employed by a foreign air carrier that operates under 14 CFR part 1546;
Have unescorted access authority to a secured area of an airport under U.S.C 44936(a)(1)(A)(ii),49 CFR 1542.229;
Are a flight crew member who has successfully completed a criminal history records check in accordance with 49 CFR 1544.230; or
Hold an airman's certificate that is recognized by the FAA or appropriate US military agency, with a type rating for a multi-engine aircraft that has a certificated takeoff weight of 12,500 pounds or more.