Funny really, this advert was right alongside the thread so I thought I would post the link:
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I'm 34, work in IT. Just about to start an NPPL course (after April it should entitle me to fly all over Europe). Decided to go the Microlite route, then onto SEP and slowly build up to a PPL(A) and onto FI. Which again with EASA you no longer need to be a CPL (If it all goes through).
Why NPPL? Simple. Finances, I can get my NPPL on something like an Icarus C32 in 25 Hours (£105 PH). Then do a few hours in a C152 to get the SEP rating. Build up hours by flying mates about for fun whilst getting the odd hour in Dual and just keep plodding on. Not the most direct route but it gets me flying on a budget.