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Old 28th June 2013 | 23:10
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Rate1
 
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From: Australia
Hi Meffen,

Be wary of schools which promise a short time frame to complete a professional pilot licence course. There is no rush! As you will learn when things are rushed in aviation it all turns to manure very quickly. Everybody learns at different rates. You could be faster or slower than average. Remember prices quoted are for completion in the minimum time. All this needs to be taken in to account. What ever happens, you are going to spend a lot dollars and you want the best value you can get. If there are any large aviation companies at you local or capital city airport seek out their opinion.
Another thing to consider is a law we teach to flight instructors. It is called " the law of primacy". This means that how you are taught in the beginning is how you act for the rest of your career. The initial part of a professional pilot course needs to have the basics locked in for you to have a safe and fruitful career.
Schools that promise you will walk into an airline after a short course are sending you down the wrong path as well. My company still requires a minimum of 500 multi engine hours and an ATPL before pilots are considered for employment. Some airlines run cadet programmes which a worth having a look at. Universities run degree courses with flying included. Many airlines prefer pilots with a Tertiary qualification. Lots of choice.
Hope this helps.

Good Luck
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