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12th Feb 2008, 13:39

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The common SSTR's are done on 737's and A320's

But this will lead you to a big problem if everybody had the same ratings. If you've really got your dream set on a Jet airliner asap then I guess one of the above will be your best choice.

But from what I have read an ATR Type Rating might be of better use. Obviously this isn't a jet but if it gets you working for a good outfit, pays your bills and gets valuable Turbo Prop hours on your log book then who cares?

When you get 3,000hrs TT and say 2,500hrs+ of TP time you'll probably be in a better position to push for a job where the airline will pay for your TR on a jet or at least bond you.

I did look at the cost of 757 TR's and how many are flying today and the only advice is 'be careful'. DHL have a fleet of 21 757-200SF's as far as I am aware so my first CV would land on their door. But their holding pool is full of 757 rated pilots for now.

I think a few airlines are replacing their 75/76's with other AC's.

If you have the cash to pay for a 737 rating then it might be worth getting in touch with Ryanair.
http://www.ryanair.com/site/EN/about.php?page=Jobs&sec=careers&ref=10002

If you're wondering who flies what use this;
http://www.planespotters.net/Airline/

Good luck.

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