I am embarking on NPPL (SEP) after a long gap from qualifying as a RN Helo pilot. Agree all post so far, particularly the medical issues - real or imagined. Good point JAFO about the PPL Annual Medical cost = bi-annual check ride.
I too intend to fly locally, in daylight and despite a military IR do not intend to stray from VMC. The only "extra" on my NPPL I may indulge in is aerobatics....after suitable re-fresher training of course!!
I too have heard of NPPl's eventually being able to fly in non-UK airspace. Anyone know more of this?
Cheers
FS