Thanks for really pleasent responses.
It does ease the pressure, when ones shares the struggle.
I think folk on their way through training envisage the FATPL as the war won, I did, when infact its only one battle.
I liked a piece of advice I received recently from a, was in my position, FO friend. "Try to be patient and ride the growing pains."
QUESTION TO THE RECENTLY EMPLOYED.
What made the difference in your case?
Blinding sim ride, spot on technical knowledge, Ferraris all round, Uncle Bobs the CP?
Especially like to hear from Ryanair newbees
Cheers
Spangler