Icarus
Seems we are agreeing
I say work ready, anywhere in a basic aircraft. If they want CSU - retract which will make them more employable, put it in as an add on.
A good concept is give the licence at 200 minimum, but require 250 to validate it. "go get a Cessna and find Kalumburu young man (lady)!!)
BUT, to work anywhere, say metropolitain Oenpelli, or dusky downtown Lake evella, they MUST be able to fix tyres, change oil, clean plugs and everything else Shed 8 lets them.
I think that should be in the syllabus.
Which is why I think VTEB should be kept out of aviation. They don't have a clue!!!
Max