Apologies for the inaccuracies in my earlier post, just to clarify I absolutely agree that the Thomsom CC have done some fantastic work and serious kudos to them for their efforts and I would love to see other airlines following suit as this would be a very dangerous precedent for the integrated schools. My only misgiving was in how much influence the CC will have on which cadet applicants are actually accepted.
On a different tack, is this the result of ex modular trained Captains now reaching senior positions where they might be able to influence recruitment strategy and tear off the integrated blinkers? I for one certainly hope so, not that I expect special treatment for modular trainees but just getting the same treatment would be a positive move.
Well done Thomson CC, hopefully others are watching closely.