Please help few Questions!
Hi I'm new here but been browsing the forum for awhile I live in Ireland and I would like to become an airline pilot but have a few questions I cant find the answers to.
Ive been searching now for months. I think I have most of the information I need
But there is a few questions I still need answering. Sorry they are in no particular order just as I took them down.
I plan on doing my PPL in America to see if I think I'm capable of it, then I plan to move onto CPL/ATPL ME/IR if I am.
Is there any flight schools better recommended in America than others? Ive been looking at flyEASA.com in Florida.
Is there anything other than the M1 visa I need before going over? Like books,studying or a test?
Medical:
I know I only need a Class 2 for my PPL but would it make more sense to just get the Class 1 and get it over and done with to see if I can even pursue it as a career?
If so does it matter where I do it Mater, Dublin or Gatwick, UK(Preferred as from research its cheaper and better) or does the American courses supply it?
This new system coming into effect on the 17 of September how will it effect me should I do my medical before it comes into effect?
If I do a CAA medical do I need to convert it to an IAA or is the CAA considered in Ireland?
PPL
Should I start studying before I leave for the course and some Flight Simulator?
I know people have done there PPL in the 45 hours but realistically is it possible?
ATPL ME/IR
How long does the full course take in America (roughly zero to hero route)?
Accommodation
In the ATPL ME/IR courses is accomodation included in most prices or do you need to look after it yourself if so how much average?
Can you work a part time job while in the states to pay rent or living expenses or is this not recommended?
Hours for Career
How do you gain the most hours as most companys look for 1000 to 1200 hours when you only have an average of 250-300 when you finish your licenses?
I'm sure I have others that I have forgot but any info would be a great help and much appreciated!