Which Route CPL/FI or CPL/IR
Your probably thinking this question should be on the wannabe pages, but I thought I might get some experienced pilot’s views from this site.
The question is which is the better route for a 39-year-old, 220 hours TT, shortly going to pass the ATPL JAR exams. My aspiration is to be an airline pilot, not a career instructor either. I am particularly interested in corporate or other interesting types of flying (e.g. Air Atlantique)…but time is short because of my age.
Route 1: CPL, FI then instruct to 1000 hours before taking IR/MCC and trying to get a job.
Route 2: CPL/IR/MCC and look for job immediately (Total time will only be 300ish).
As far as I can guess, route 1 is sane but slow. Whereas route 2 is quick, but may not be able to get a job when I complete the ratings.
What do the experienced, professional pilots who have made it reckon?