Just looking at the syllabus now... Version 6.4 syllabus has two PFL lessons. The first lesson is just flying the pattern the second is dedicated to the emergency checks and procedures.
Syllabus Version 10 has only one lesson that covers everything (FJ018) PFL's. So I was wrong they still have PFL's its just half the amount.
I'm beginning to repeat myself here.. NONE of the new Syllabus guys are doing ME CPL's and IR's yet...
Factors against maintaining a high pass rate are
1 Less training (Syllabus hours have been cut back to minimum)
2 Selection is not as selective.. 1-3% selection rates in 2005-06. Now based on who can pay.
3 There are no Cadets removed from the course due to poor performance
4 Instructor experience decreased markedly in the last 6 months