Thanks for your thoughts guys. I appreciate your views on this matter.
df1, Ive researched the FAA side a bit further and for the remainder of my funds, I will be able to obtain an unfrozen ATP with the requiste hours (including the required multi engine time). Granted this does seem too good to be true, although the school is approved in acordance with Part 141 and the multi engine time is by way of a sister transport company.
Would you therefore consider an full FAA license to be more of a acquisition than a frozen JAA ATPL in the current climate ?
Pilot Pete, I agree with you 100% with regard to acknowledging your mistakes, getting on with the job and learning from your experience.That is a fundamental train of thought that applies to any challlenging and popular career choice. And I am more than happy to face upto any difficulties to get into the rhs, it is just a case of what is realistically the best course of action to get me there for someone in my position. I didnt intend to original aim to fly in SE Asia, but it seems the best way to strengthen my C.V when applying to UK airlines for a few years time.
If you think of any ideas as to what might be a better route in the circumstances, I would be very grateful if you could let me know.
Thanks for your help.