They are definately 'bumping'. I was told I had a secure place on the Feb area course because i'd been waiting so long; it's probably the same for all Jan aerodrome guys that have elected to switch to area so there will be alot of shuffling of places.
I believe that there are 4 courses per year. Guessing, i'd say the next area after Feb will be May. Solid maths, I know. If only I could figure out my 6 times table.................