Andy,
Be careful about buying the PPL Starter Pack. Amongst the things it includes are:
- A CRP-1. But you'd be better off investing in a CRP-5 instead if you're going for the ATPLs.
- A kneeboard. There are lots of different formats in different shapes and sizes, and once you begin flying you will form your own personal preference. A recent thread on Private Flying showed just how strong people's preferences can be. The one they supply may not be the one you prefer.
- Similar for the ruler/protractor - people's feelings aren't quite so strong, but give yourself time to form a preference rather than just using what Transair throw at you
- A log book. Many schools includes this for free in the price of their PPL starter packages.
- A chart. This may well be out of date before you start your training
- Marker pens for your charts. As with other things, this comes down to personal preference. I prefer to use regular permanent markers (I have a selection of thicknesses, too). Many people like using chinographs.
I know there's a big saving if you buy the whole lot in one go, but you might find that it ends up costing you more than you'll save.
FFF
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