There are no magic answers; a few suggestions though:
1. Confirm you have been issued with a Class One medical.
2. All 14 EASA exam successfully completed?
3. Hour building phase completed with appropriate number of hours to start the final push.
4. Have not less than 110% of CPL/IR course cost + fees. ( unless you regard yourself as an “ace of the base” as retakes can occur)
5. Pay the minimum amount UP FRONT. You will probably have to remain in credit. Pay as you go if possible, despite tempting offers of discounts. The larger the discount the more financially vulnerable the supplier. That applies to any business. Google the company’s name and check with Companies House as to the soundness of the organisation.
6.Visit more than one ATO. Speak with the staff and most importantly the trainees (customers)
7. Read any contract very carefully. Carry out DUE DILIGENCE ~ CAVEAT EMPTOR.
8.The recent airline collapses both in the UK & EU might indicate that things a plenty will not last for ever.
9. MCC/JOC or APS. Shop around.
10. If an offer is too good to be true, then it probably is. Do not gullible. Lots of very smooooth talking charlatans in aviation saying just what you want to hear, preying on the desperate and vulnerable.
Personnal recommendations from trusted friends is often a good source of advice.
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