Instrument Rating Part Time
What is the general consensus on this one?
I have my CPL passed and am wanting to start the IR. Due to various financial and 'family' constraints, I am committed to carry on working. This would leave me with evening (simulator) sessions and weekends for the IR course. I'd be interested to hear views from people who have gone down the part time IR route?
Particularly:
1) Did it take longer than the typically prescribed 50 hours and consequently hit the pocket harder?
2) Were you able to pass first time?
Thanks in advance.