Multi Crew Cooperation. Alternatively, the applicant must hold an MPL (Multi Pilot License). The applicant must have 1500 hours as a pilot of airplanes, including 500 hours in multi-pilot operations on airplanes, and a minimum number of hours as pilot in command (PIC) and/or pilot in command under supervision (PICUS). The applicant must pass a skill test, demonstrating their ability to perform procedures and maneuvers, as PIC of a multi-pilot airplane under IFR. The ATPL flight test must be taken on a multi-crew aircraft. United States of America To be eligible to take the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) ATP practical test, the candidate must have at least 1500 hours of experience in aircraft, including 250 hours as a pilot-in-command (PIC), and be at least 23-years-old. Restricted Licenses (which allow the holder to perform only second-in-command duties) may be granted to individuals that meet one of the following criteria: Military pilots who are 21 years or older with 750 hours total time. Graduates with a four-year degree in aviation from certain approved universities, that have 1000 hours of total flight time and are 21 years or older. Graduates with a two-year degree in aviation, who have 1250 hours and are 21 years or older. Pilots with 1500 hours who are 21 years or older. The pilot can remove the restriction once they have achieved the normal prerequisites. The FAA ATP flight test can be taken in a light piston aircraft with 1,500 hours of experience, however, the FAA additionally requires a 'Type Rating' to pilot any large or jet-powered aircraft. Most FAA-certified pilots earn their ATP certificate and Type Rating (aircraft specific) simultaneously via the successful completion of a part 121 airline training program and type rating check-ride. See also EASA pilot licensing Pilot certification in the United States Pilot licensing and certification Pilot licensing in Canada Pilot licensing in the United Kingdom References External links Air Transport Pilot and Aircraft Type Rating Practical Test Standards for Airplane. FAA, August 2006. FAA definitions of US civil airmen types Aviation licenses and certifications