Much as I hate to interrupt emotional outpouring with a few facts, I will:-
In general, training bonds of the type discussed are enforceable at law. Nothing in recent EU legislation has changed this position. Not the “.in general.” There are some that are excessively draconian (where the bonded sum is out of all proportion to the costs incurred or the amortisation period is unduly long) that may be a little shaky under English Law.
The BALPA paper referred to earlier in this thread was produced by an experienced practitioner. There has been little substantive change in the law since then.
Always remember the golden rule: anyone who signs an agreement expecting not to be bound by it is a fool.
And yes, I am both lawyer and pilot.
[This message has been edited by me-judice (edited 11 April 2001).]