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Old 29th May 2008, 12:09
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PPL prior to undertaking Integrated ATPL?

Ok so the Integrated courses cost a bomb but I was thinking it may be a good idea to obtain a PPL (through OFT- any thoughts?) before committing to an Integrated course?

To date I have only had a 1hr trial flight, which I found amazing fun, and I'm fairly sure it's something I can pick up and enjoy as a career. I'm primarily interested in an aviation career due to the high earning potential and environment (i.e not stuck in an office working 9-5!) and coming from a massive petrol head flying made driving seem boring!

Would it be sensible to make sure flying is the career for me before attending an integrated FTO? I'm thinking it will also give me a little head start with regards to the training also which could relieve some of the pressure. End of the day a PPL is pocket change in comparison to an Integrated ATPL course!

Please no modular recommendations but any other thoughts, comments etc appreciated.

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