jb500; Have you ever considered working for an airline based in one of the emerging market countries such as the UAE, Brazil, Mexico? Europe, although desirable, may not be feasible at this moment in time.
How jaw droppingly arrogant for someone from CP80, who hasn't even started the course yet, to be dishing out the advice to someone who is currently in permanent employment with a major airline in Europe.
Sandpit. Check. Head. Check.