This advert appeared on indeed.co.uk recently:
“Ever considered a career as a Helicopter Pilot?
Northumbria Helicopters are launching a ground breaking future Helicopter Pilot scheme.
£65 - £300 a Day
No Experience Necessary
Northumbria Helicopters
Headquartered at Newcastle International Airport, we the only Helicopter Company with bases and operations in every region of the British Isles.
We are currently searching for our pilots of the future through practical evaluation sessions in the coming weeks for a brand new future pilot scheme which will put candidates at the controls of a helicopter for 20 minutes with one of our in house instructors followed by an interview on the ground.
The scheme offers up to 4 successful candidates a range of funding options for our CAA Approved Helicopter Pilot Training Courses including the opportunity to work for our organisation on a full or part time basis to gain valuable experience of UK flight operations based at Newcastle International Airport whilst training for your Private Pilot License (PPL) or funding for up to 50 percent of your PPL training with possible further support for the right candidate(s).
Becoming a Helicopter Pilot is a dream job for many people and for the right candidates this unique opportunity will certainly take you from zero to hero
If you are interested in coming along and taking control of our modern Cabri helicopter followed by a formal interview, you will be asked to cover the cost of the initial evaluation at £125 + VAT and the flying time will count towards your PPL.
For more information regarding this scheme we recommend attending our free open evening where you will be able to have an informal chat with our team.
Please contact us by email with your CV and details as to why you would like a career as a Helicopter Pilot.
Benefits:
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Salary: £300.00 /day”
https://www.indeed.co.uk/m/viewjob?jk=51e5291ede06f10d
This sort of thing has appeared before. So, is it a great opportunity for aspiring helicopter pilots or a trap for the unwary?