the full-time job/study route
Hi guys,
I will be starting the PPL pretty soon, while keeping my current full-time job. My intention is then to go on and study for the CPL/IR, and no doubt I will have to keep said job to try to finance this.
I reckon this will probably take 2 to 2.5 years, maybe even three years. I am in Ireland, where at present we do not not have a JAR-approved FTO for the CPL, though I think we will by October. The CPL can still be done however.
My questions are:
a) is two to three years a realistic time frame for what needs to done, given a modicum of motivation (!)?
b) what have been others' experiences with working full time and studying full time as well? I believe it can be done; how are you guys getting on, or how did you get on?
c) Is block-building hours in the States the best way towards getting the 150 hours needed, while studying the theory at home?
d) ...and finally!! What is the deal with the CAA exams and the JAA ATPL exams? The same or differnt, and if different, why??!!
Actually, one last question as I'm here! I know this has been done to death, but could someone please provide the names of airlines in the UK doing sponsorships (besides our personal favourite)?
I have Air 2000, Airtours, Cabair...anyone else?
All feedback greatly appreciated folks!
WD
[This message has been edited by wunala dreaming (edited 08 May 2001).]