I agree, I think the airline demand at the time of graduation is key. If one airline place was up for grabs and there was one wings cadet and one icp cadet, then of course the wings cadet would get the job. Similarly, I think a good icp cadet would have an advantage over an external candidate for a wings ATP place.
It’s a natural choice for CTC to start offering places to people willing to pay-it’s a win/win situation for them. If I complete the CPL IR with them and there is no job at the end they have made £60k and fulfilled their contract. If demand is sufficient and an airline takes me on then it’s a great advert for the icp course and a great opportunity for me.
Hmmm think I'm answering my own questions here.....
Thanks for your replies guys