PPL(H) 2001
CPL(H) and FI 2004
Trained modular route whilst working full time. All self funded.
Worked as an FI from completion of course. Decided pay was too low and working conditions too poor.
Self funded a multi engine helicopter IR earlier this year. Best move I ever made!
I've been working, albeit slowly, as a self employed onshore pilot flying twins together with some basic ppl tuition since.
I was approached four weeks ago by a major onshore operator after being recommended by the Chief pilot of a company I was doing some work for.
One interview later and I'm starting in just under three weeks. Salaried position, two multi engine type ratings included, fantastic long term prospects. I'm 33 with under 1000 hours.
None of the schools I did my training with have helped me find a job (not that I'd expect them to). The first class quality of my training (particularly the IR) and my efforts did that.
Remember it's not what you know BUT who you know
