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29th Jan 2008, 10:24

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These threads have been done before, they don't really work though.

One was started about 2 or 3 weeks ago, people who hold a fATPL and have had no luck finding jobs, some had been waiting 3 months and no joy and some had been waiting over 12 months with no joy?!? ... When I asked what 'job' was i.e. FI? Turbo Prop? Jet? ... The answer was Jet only.

People have different goals and methods of getting there. For me, working in aviation will make me very happy. Working as a FI for the rest of my days would make me a happy man - but deep down I'd like to fly a Jet. BizJet/Cargo/Airline whatever comes my way, they all have their own advantages and as long as you look at the bright side of life and make the most of what you have then you'll be happy.

There are people who were integrated at OAT and have not found jobs and then there are others who have gone modular via the US and have jobs.

It seems to me that the school isn't all that important. Having a personality and the confidence from the employer is a good start (like any other job), getting your foot in the door by networking and having your CV placed on top of the pile by an insider (pilot) is a good tactic too.

Keep researching before you blow your £50k+ though.

Good luck

Here is one thread to get you on your way.
http://www.pprune.org/forums/showthread.php?t=308843

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