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Old 14th Jan 2011, 11:44
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Kolossi
 
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Have a quick search on this forum for the many other threads on this topic "ppl near xxxxxxxx", "cheap ppl" etc.

Quick summary tips though:
  • The 1st rule of ppl is don't pay in advance
  • The 2nd rule of ppl is don't pay in advance
  • (ie pay per hour at each lesson)
  • Investigate getting any necessary medical check done as early as possible, ideally before you start flying (allow approx £100-£150 for a ppl medical) - you may not be ABLE to get a full ppl if you have any medical issue, best to know before you've paid for lots of lessons
  • Don't ask people on here for a "cheap" ppl, you may get flamed for irresponsibly putting cost before safety (I don't agree with that sentiment by the way, no harm in trying to save money where you safely can)
  • Go visit any flying school and talk to them
  • Do ask questions on here, there's lots of help available, but be ready to ignore any insulting and downright rude responses you might get, just ignore them and move on

Whatever you decide to do, happy flying
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