Where to now!?
Hello people!
Well, its been almost 4 years since I last posted here! Tried logging in and I think my previous username has been wiped out (Francesca_B for any mods reading this)!
Anyway, like most of the wannabe's, I too decided I would like to fly as a commercial pilot one day. So in Oct 2001 - after doing some research I went and had my Class 1 medical at Gatwick. This I passed after being overly nervous as I wear glasses.
Thereafter, I went to the states over Christmas. Had my first flying lesson at Rainbow in Southern California and was totally hooked!
Unfortunately, things went down hill. Ran in to a lot of problems in my personal life after losing my family. Failed my A levels miserably and decided - to take my mind off it all was to go away. Went to Japan as a backpacking holiday and stayed there until August this year obviously working. Must say it was the best time of my life - met a lot of weird and wonderful people. Not to mention taking in a completely different culture.
Now in my early twenties and wanting to pursue what I had wanted. I am stuck thinking where I should go. What steps must I take to achieve the dream of flying as a commercial pilot. What are the protocals. I know for starters, I need to get myself to Gatwick and renew my Class 1. Bearing in mind, as for qualifications. I only have my GCSE's. Although my determination level is very high.
Of course, I have no flying hours at present.
Thanks for reading and any advice help would be appreciated.
Regards
Francesca x
ps Would be nice to hear from any pilots, air crew, wannabe's nr C London who may wanna meet up for a drink and chat.