Let me first say that I’m a huge fan of BCFT. I feel of all the intergrated UK based schools, it proberly would be my first choice. But no school gets away scot free from criticism especially from me. But it’s constructive criticism, designed to improve not condem.
I like to advise and encourage British youth to follow their passion reasonably, and take a careful, conservative approach. There are an awful lot of gimmicks and tricks being played, and a few outright scams. Now I’m not a one man, lone Crusader for justice. There are plenty of others who voice similar concerns, and do a far better job at guiding the next generation. But I try to do my part.
BCFT is a Commercial flight training company, designed for future professionals. It is not a flying club. So since your not sure what you want to do in aviation just yet. Why not think about just getting a PPL in the United States for starters. That way if the bug bites, you’ll be ready for the next phase which is hour building. A PPL can take as little as 8 weeks to complete and cost about $10,000. Many people have done it quicker, many more have done it for a lot less. If it’s not your thing, then you have a holiday and come home. There is nothing to sign up for in the US, it’s all pay as you go. If you love it, then I recomend you get a US instrument rating as well.
If you want an impartial recommendation of a Pt 141 school, let me know.
Once you have 175 hours you can rejoin in with BCFT’s program. I was told that their first time pass rate for the ground school was only in the 70% range. This I thought was quite low. I’m not sure why this is, and it doesn’t impact my views on them negatively. It’s just is, what it is.
So, in general BCFT is an excellent choice for a CPL/IRME. You can’t go wrong by choosing them. But would it be my first choice? Actualy Yes, if I wanted to do a university program, of which Kingston is a part of BCFT’s program. But there are so many options, at present there is no clear winner. The choice really comes down to what’s nearest. For you it would be BCFT. Excellent choice.
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