Steve Foley wrote:
Yes, that is correct. To exercise ATP privelages one must have a 1sst
class med. A 2nd class is required to exercise commercial privelages
(e.g. non-ATP). Most airlines require both Capt. and FO to have 1st
class meds though.


I can picture the FAA putting the FO through the wringer because he
exercised ATP privileges (landing the plane safely) without a valid first
class medical.


Huh? I have a buddy who's going through the upgrade program right now at Mesa.
He's been flying for quite some time for them with a commercial license and a
first class physical as a FO. When he passes his checkride, he'll be upgraded
to captain as well as get his ATP with a ERJ type rating.



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Mortimer Schnerd, RN
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