GT,
For my part I have always paid for all my training and type ratings. I have always presented myself to employers fully licensed,rated and ready to go. The issue here is whether one is employed with a training bond or a contract pilot earning contract money. I personally fall into the latter category.
I feel that it is still grossly unfair that a South African has to go to all the lengths of getting necessary hours, passing numerous exams, paying for type ratings etc. and then have to compete with Igor who is validating a Transylvanian moped license supported by an Alice in Wonderland log book.
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