The customer needs to be aware that unlike airlines, the Regulator (EASA) is not concerned about the ATOs financial robustness when approved, or its current / future state, simply about compliance with the training regulations etc.
There is no bond to support the customer if it unfortunately ceases trading.
A small credit balance has been suggested by spitfirejock;
I wouldn’t disagree.
In these unprecedented times not all ATOs survive.
They will need to be creative, and put the customers needs first.
Lots of TLC and an excellent “after sales service” to keep the licence current before the ‘green shoots’ appear in the semi arid desert.
Word of mouth from trusted friends always trumps sophisticated company marketing and smooth talking so called ‘training advisors’.
Last edited by parkfell; 16th Aug 2020 at 08:46.