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Old 28th May 2011 | 00:08
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gwizzaviatior
 
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The difference between two good schools?

Hey guys,

I'm looking for some objective opinions and experienced advice from those out there.

I am due to do my ME rating and MEIR course afer completing me SE CPL. I have come down to two schools:
1. Stapleford Flight Centre
2.Cabair based in Cranfield (the integrated school).

I have visited both schools, spoken with current and ex-students form both places, and have trawled through these forums. I am very impressed with both places, their first series pass rates, instruction and the such. There is very little between the price as well.

I was more impressed with the setup and site at SFC and could see the environment being more conducive to my approach. The school at Cabair Cranfield was ok, however I have one query which is now the decision making factor before I decide to part with my hard earned cash:

Would having the name Cabair at Cranfield (for a modular student) on a new cadets CV give a higher chance of getting an interview invite at airlines more so then attending a less branded school like SFC?

I believe both are quality training establishments and neither have links with airlines but I have been advised by some friends that the name of the school does make a difference, and it would be a more tactful decision to go with CabAir Cranfield.

Through my research I am none the wiser on this advice, so any inputs are gladly welcome.

Thanks
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