They all expect low time Pilots to finance type ratings how much is the big question. Organisations like CTC and their selection process and close affiliation to Easy Jet made things much easier and secured a place for at least six months but it still costs.
Just going out and buying a type rating still does not make you attractive as zero line time.
Yes its a mountain to climb but some like climbing mountains
Go for the initial class I as once the initial is done follow ups are easier and you will know whether there are any major problems.
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