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Old 17th Nov 2012, 16:15
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TheAeronaut
 
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Brilliant points being made all round; it's very true that whilst there is demand, there will be supply. This leads onto @AdamFrisch's point, why do type ratings cost so much? Because cadets are willing to pay that much. Supply/demand.

Another consideration for cadet pilots of 2012/2013 is this: with c.£80,000 in hand (from family, personal savings etc.), would the cadet be best investing only in an integrated course and hoping that by 2015 type ratings aren't £25,000 (e.g. the airline pays, showing preference for the integrated candidate), or... spend the £80,000 on a modular course and type rating combined (e.g. the current RYR/EZY setup).

Which do you think would have best job prospects in 2015? I think I know which I'd prefer!
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