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I'm working with a pilot on it right now and I'm getting the impression
that the issue process runs about three months and that after the
intial issuance by the FAA the local AME can issue in the future.

Thanks in advance for any information you can provide.

I kneaux a C182/C177 owner/pilot that has it, still has his ticket...
Can put you in touch with him if you need more info...