Not wanting to open up this whole debate again (and not being in any way antagonistic!)... but what is the general opinion as regards the future of SSTRs?? Are they here to stay forever more, so if current students have any aspirations to get on to a flight deck of a jet, we're gonna have to pay through the nose to do it?
Or will it perhaps be the case that as the industry starts to get going again and the effects of the recession ease up that the airlines may start paying for, or at least contributing towards type rating/line training??
I am currently midway through my ATPL groundschool (modular) and just looking at a financial plan for the future when it comes to my CPL/IR. I have budgeted enough to complete the course, but it will be a real struggle to endure the costs of a TR as well.
Just interested in peoples' opinions really. Happy Friday!