Bump... ...and
Guys, this whole process takes way longer than you might imagine. (unless you want to put your entire life on hold!) You may need to allow up to 6 weeks leave to complete the process...! If there is any pick-up in the civilian market, it may be limited and competitive. You will need your frozen ATPL ready to go.
It may be the case that the courses you need begin to book up or that you get an ooa that messes up your plans. You may want to consider looking outside. In the current climate, I would recommend you are ready to jump as there may be a push!
In short, a word to the wise to get your s%£t in one sock, before it is too late.
If you want to keep things simple and the costs down, I would recommend the well trodden path through the superb Bristol GS and equally awesome Airways Flt Trg in Exeter.
They speak our language and know exactly what's needed - even filling in the forms for you and faxing them to Gatwick when you forget them! Doh!
Thanks to the above, and best of luck to all.
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