Mil -> Civ ATCO
Just after some advice from my fellow controllers.
Not long left to do in the RAF as a fully qualified Terminal ATCO. I'd like to carry on controlling after my Mil time. However, converting my full suite of endorsements to the equivalent Civ licence is about £51k! Clearly, there is the option of only doing ADI but it seems a waste of my experience in radar. The option of running the NATS recruitment gauntlet is unfortunately closed to me at present.
So, is it a case of shutting up and forking out? ADI with the hope of someone sponsoring me through radar? Do I just change careers completely? Would be interested in your thoughts and experiences.
Thanks in advance.