Wise Words
Hi guys,
Top tip...get as many PPL exams done at home as you can! I did 4 and am glad I did. Ive just strarted MFC in Canada and all good so far (apart form the weather!). Did exam nmero 5 today...and passed!Hurrah! The exams will set you back £45 each regardless of where you go as thats the standard CAA charge. If you are looking to do the remainder of your training with a certain FTO then i would advise that you do it there so that they dont charge you anything else i.e room hire or something bloody stupid.
Do look around and if you have time you'll soon realise that getting your PPL abroad actually can be mroe expensive by the time you've paid for your flights and accommodations. The bit you save loads on is the Hour Building if you intend to go onto ATPL's etc. But if you have the time and arent in a rush I would get your PPL in the UK and then go abroad just for a short burst of say, a month, to build your hours. That should save you a fair wadge!
Good luck whatever you decide!