First of all, thank you all for your replies!
You have summarized most of the factors affecting my decision.
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Stick35 - As much as I would like to agree with you and just do it, I have examples about ryan-cadets who after line training were put in a hotel working 5-10hrs per month, forced to move from one base to another, countless standbys in their schedule, etc... On the other hand though, I have some nice examples, fresh ones who are currently working their
ss off! I assume If I proceed, I will be needing a huge amount of luck!
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OutsideCAS - I know these times are past and that's the bothering part!
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Iver - I agree that it's all about the experience but Lionair?? No no! (Not that Ryanair is a better airline, but at least they have higher standard training and ofcourse fly Europe).
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0hunter0 - It seems that you have a clear insight/view of things...
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nick14 - What are your sources if I may ask? From what I know, the assessment days at East Midlands are 2 days x 8 candidates, per week continuous all year! I don't know how many of the successful ones are offered TR though..
In the end I think I' ll agree that it will be interesting and a nice experience to go to the assessment. So maybe that alone is a good first step! After that let's just leave it to fate...