I am up for my annual 61.58 proficiency check next month. Instead of doing it in the Eclipse, I am going to get a 737 type rating, which will cover me in the Eclipse for another year.

Why? Well, why not? I thought about getting a Citation type or L-39 authorization since it is likely I could end up purchasing either of those planes, but I think B-737 will look cooler printed on my certificate.

The only problem is that I need a sim partner. The school said they will have someone within the next few weeks to pair me with, but since I have made so many friends on Beechtalk it would be great to find someone here.

It is very affordable, especially if someone has been planning on getting their ATP (you get it automatically after the type checkride if you meet the requirements and do the written) In fact it is about 1/3 what the Eclipse rating cost!

So, who is in?

Heck, I might be in. What are the dates? BTW, can you put a 737 on floats?

Not legally but the Airbus floats for awhile.

January. Dates are flexible! Not sure on the last one, but a 737 has to float better than a Baron!

I have been wanting to do that but the timing isn't good right now. A friend recently completed it and had a ball. Have fun.
LB

January. Dates are flexible! Not sure on the last one, but a 737 has to float better than a Baron!

What are the prerequisites? Link?

It can be done in Las Vegas or Miami. I would rather do Vegas, although Miami might be the more responsible choice.

That sounds great. I would love to do that!

Would love to. Maybe next year. What's the cost. Would love to hear a debrief on how it goes.

Would love to. Maybe next year. What's the cost. Would love to hear a debrief on how it goes.

A -200 is the old FLUF with JT8's and steam gauges. There aren't many still flying in this country. It is still a B737 Type Rating on your ticket and probably good for an interview with Southwest.

For those of us without a jet type rating already, don't you need a ride in teh plane?

This is very tempting.

Note: ATP certification requirements go 'up' again next August. Qualifications alone won't suffice, 'approved training' will also be required.

Sheesh. Get your ATP now!

Pilots pursuing an ATP certificate after July 31, 2014, in addition to having 1,500 hours, will have to complete a new, yet-to-be developed, ATP certification training program. The program, consisting of 30 hours of ground and 10 hours of simulator training, must be completed prior to being eligible to take the ATP written and practical tests. The 10 hours of simulator training will include six hours of training in a level C or D (full-motion) simulator. According to the rule, this course will only be offered through Part 141, 142, 135, or 121 certificate holders, not allowing for Part 61 flights schools to develop courses and provide the training.