FI rating, without IR
Hello everyone,
I am currently in a little bit of a quandry. Since I began my commercial training i have aways wanted the FI ticket, primarially due to my working at an FTO in an operations role during university. (What i mean to say is, i'm not a dreamer who expected a RHS jet job as a baby fATPL)
I'm due to start my CPL/IR training in 2 weeks, with all dates confirmed etc. A former colleauge (FI) suggested to me last week that I leave the IR until after a seasons instructing, as there will be evident benifits like improved handling and ability to cope with procedural work. I take these comments completely on board, however will instructing without an IR:
a) Make me a 2nd rate instructor?
b) Limit my working days, compared to the FI who is able to climb through a layer to teach S&L on top?
c) Really benefit my subsequent IR training?