All,
I've been paying particular attention to this thread as I'm currently in the process of reviewing IR options.
As noted in previous threads the SE vs ME IR argument is well documented. However, as Peter CDG pointed out there are organisations in mainland Europe offering less cost prohibitive ways of achieving an IR - without paying UK prices.
My concern is the "validity" of an R44 IR in the eyes of the CAA. Unless organisations such as Helibravo are offering an FAA IR and therefore, I've missed something?
Done anyone have actual experience of gaining an IR through Helibravo or Nortavia which has subsequently been accepted by a north sea operator for purposes of employment?