I wouldn't bother unless you've the spare money to spend.
Since we did anyone have any money to spare into aviation?
It's all about investments!
These days, with the rate of progression through the industry, I think you'd be stupid to leave home to find that first job without a MECIR. You just never know. I was flying IFR within my first 12 months.
Spot on! From what iv'e been tolled, heading up north without a MECIR or IR would get you nowhere in GA. What ever happened to the good old days.
ATPL subjects and a MECIR help you sleep at night.
What are you dreaming about at night?
haha