Just remember folks the CAA don't just give out Atpl's like cookies,they have to be earned and have to work just as hard as any airline sponsored cadet . The type rating is the same standard and the only difference is they weren't fortuanate enough to get it all handed on a plate. If these Pilot's don't cut the mustard they simply do not pass the course or the line training,simple as that. If your against low time pilots flying large commercial aircraft that's fine, then British Airways should also follow this route as it cuts both ways.On the other hand if it's good for BA the same should follow for self sponsored,
the only difference is the BA guys have been through a selection procedure oh and a 2 day RT course so they can all sound the same!