AZTruck: I will hold off on the flamethrower just now. Yes there are differences between US & EU philosophies - such is the nature of the beast. Also, it is why FAA & JAA have a working group looking at eventual standardisation and harmonisation - but dont hold your breath!!
You suggest considering the number of N-plates (in UK or europe for that matter) that need safety pilots and hence may offer a good way of hours building. Interesting approach - any idea what the stats are? i.e.. .How many N-plated IR twins are there based here?. .How many of those are operated by local crews?. .Who some of these people are?
You seem to have the FAA IR by the nature of your reply - are you one of the aforementioned safety pilots?
Curious - especially since I am about to start the job hunt!!