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Old 18th Aug 2013, 06:08
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waxo
 
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Trouble with getting into aviation

Hi there. Here is another option. I'm not sure how it works over in the UK and if ATC training is privately funded but it is also a great job in aviation. Me myself wanted to fly since I can remember but life's path took me on another journey. I ended up as an ATC and at the ripe age of 30 decided to take the plunge. I never went the whole way but give instruction part time. But my point is that plenty of former ATC colleagues also started flying by paying for it by doing a job that's also very rewarding.... And eventually they went off and most of them are now airline pilots! So there are ways and means... One thing that I have learnt is that you have to persevere and that it will be tough at times... It's no joke. Keep on keeping on mate. It's great to see there are still youngsters out there with REAL ambition.
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