If you are a Brazilian commercial pilot and are considering moving to the United States, you will probably need to convert your ANAC to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certifications before you can work as a pilot in the USA. 

This convalidation is an important and necessary process for your work as a pilot in the United States, and it will certainly enhance your career and expertise as a professional.

What is ANAC to FAA convalidation?

ANAC to FAA convalidation is the process by which a Brazilian commercial pilot can obtain the necessary certifications to fly aircraft in the United States. This includes obtaining an Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) from the FAA, which is the highest certification that exists in American aviation, and which is given to commercial pilots in the USA.

How does the convalidation process work?

The ANAC to FAA convalidation process can be broken down into three main steps:

Verify Eligibility: Before starting the convalidation process, you need to verify that you are eligible to convert your ANAC certifications to FAA. This may include specific flight experience, training, and certification requirements.

Prepare the documentation: After checking your eligibility, you will need to collect and prepare the necessary documentation for the convalidation. This includes documents such as your Commercial Pilot License (CPL) and CMA (Aeronautical Medical Certificate).

Submitting documentation: After you prepare the documentation, you will need to submit it to the FAA. The FAA will review your documentation and determine if there are additional steps that are required to complete the convalidation.

If you are already an experienced commercial airline pilot here in Brazil it is likely that you already fulfill all the requirements to validate your license in the United States. We can help you with your process to become a pilot in America!

Green Card without a job offer

Did you know that aviation is an area of national interest for the United States, and that in the next 15 years, more than 50% of American pilots will be out of the job market?

This makes his expertise as a pilot highly valued in the USA.

And you may be eligible for a green card in the EB-2 category, where you and your entire family (spouse and children under 21) gain the right to live permanently in the United States, without having to submit a prior offer of employment in U.S. territory.

The commercial pilot salary in the USA can exceed $120,000 in several states. 

Do you want to internationalize your career and reach new professional heights?

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