Very interesting debate. Having just finished my academic B1 training i am finding it very difficult to get a job now, like it has already been mentioned They are only advertising for full B1 and B2 engineers with type ratings and experience. How is it possible to get this experience if no one is willing to give u a chance?
Fao BA146 i agree wth the standard of students the college is sending out is generally very poor, I believe i have the level of technical knowledge i need to be a trainee B1 engineer. However if i hadnt have had the background in aircraft maintance ( my experience is very limited though) i would be reluctant to take anybody on as the college has taught us just to pass exams.