I gained a JAA PPL in Florida because I had no intention of advancing to ATPL (46 years young). I have been attempting to complete my IMC in the UK and find it impossible to to family commitments and work. If I were to tackle the JAA PPL again I would complete all of the CAA exams and then enrol in an intensive training program, familiarity is good.
Final comment: I was fortunate with Britannia, beware there are lots of Comanches!!!!!!!!!
