Aviatordom, just to say `welcome` and congratulations on starting your career to become a pilot.If I may suggest something that may help in your endeavours in the future,have you considered joining the Air Training Corps as well? This is not a `party political broadcast` on behalf of the RAF, rather a way of broadening your knowledge and opportunities ,free flying,gliding, sports ,etc,etc.It doesn`t mean you necessarily have to join the RAF at all;I`m sure there are many Ppruners who have been cadets,and have benefited by that experience,and are very professional pilots from Cessnas to Eurofighters and lots in between. There are a couple of Squadrons around Southend,and you can find all the info if you google`air training corps`.Obviously you`ll have to discuss it with your parents,but it`s worth a go..I wish you a `happy birthday` and best wishes for your future career...Syc
