Thanks for that Miles,
I am just comparing JAA to the FAA which teaches you what you need and how to be a good pilot, where the JAA will minimise flying time (because of cost) but absolutely maximise Desk time. I just simply disagree with the JAA system on principle. New JAA pilots can build a concorde inside a 747 during flight with a toothpick, and damn it, fair do's to them.
I think pilots and exams should be concentrating on how we fly and leave the repair and manufacture and design to other professionals.
I know what you mean though! thanks for the warning.
