EasyJet MPL vs Ryanair mentored programme

[Yrgwyn]

Good day to everyone reading this.
I’d like to get some of your opinions on whether I should join the EasyJet MPL program by CAE or the Ryanair mentored program (provided I’m able to successfully pass their assessments).
First, a bit of background.
I live in a backwards and third world country in South America, but hold Italian citizenship and Ukrainian nationality. I’m set to graduate this November as an Aeronautical Technician (something in the lines of an aircraft mechanic but with more theoretical training than a normal mechanic). I also hold a PPL license and ~80 flight hours on single engine airplanes (C152, Tecnam P92 and Bristell NG5) and I’m looking to take the next step in Europe given the disastrous state of the country where I live currently.
I’ve been particularly interested in those pilot training programmed that come with a job guarantee or at least intention from an airline since I know that this is a difficult job to attain even in the most developed European and American markets. I’ve recently traveled to Rome to attend a CAE information session about the Generation EasyJet MPL course and also been in contact with an Irish flight school that offers a Ryanair mentored course (ATPL(F)).
CAE’s course is ~€3000 cheaper and the assessment is done completely online, which is a huge advantage when considering that each assessment and info session I attend will set me back €1500 in plane tickets alone. Ryanair’s assessment seems similar although it is done in person, in Ireland.

Can anyone share their experience with these kinds of programmes? Some advise will be welcome since this is a lifetime decision and any mistakes on this stage will have repercussions on the long run. I’m especially concerned on the pros and cons about the MPL license since it is not the most common training option out there.

Looking forward for receiving your opinions,
I. R.

[alexeyAP]

Not an expert by all means but if you already have a PPL (costs about 10k in Europe), why would you not go modular? With a PPL you could only be paying 30-40k as opposed to the 6 figures demanded by an MPL programme. If you fly *169h total with 100h as PIC you could qualify for the leading edge modular course: https://leadingedgeaviation.com/modular-commercial-pilot-training/

[Yrgwyn]

Not an expert by all means but if you already have a PPL (costs about 10k in Europe), why would you not go modular? With a PPL you could only be paying 30-40k as opposed to the 6 figures demanded by an MPL programme. If you fly for another 169h with 100h as PIC you could qualify for the leading edge modular course
I‘ve considered going modular, but I’m in a situation where I need job security - basically because my parents are old (they could actually be my grandparents) and they’re spending their life savings on my career, so I should be able to start sustaining myself in the short term. But I’m still open to considering going for a modular course if there are real possibilities of getting a job in the flight deck with no more than 6 months of wait after completing the course
I’d love to get some insights on how difficult it is to get the first pilot job after the CPL in Europe… maybe someone here can tell us their experience

[alexeyAP]

I‘ve considered going modular, but I’m in a situation where I need job security - basically because my parents are old (they could actually be my grandparents) and they’re spending their life savings on my career, so I should be able to start sustaining myself in the short term. But I’m still open to considering going for a modular course if there are real possibilities of getting a job in the flight deck with no more than 6 months of wait after completing the course
I’d love to get some insights on how difficult it is to get the first pilot job after the CPL in Europe… maybe someone here can tell us their experience
Understood, again take it with a grain of salt but if you pick your flight school right then you should have no trouble finding employment. Do your research, online and in person at open days, and try and talk to former students there and see what you can dig up. All the best to you.

[Yrgwyn]

Understood, again take it with a grain of salt but if you pick your flight school right then you should have no trouble finding employment. Do your research, online and in person at open days, and try and talk to former students there and see what you can dig up. All the best to you.

Thanks a lot!

[sudden twang]

Thanks a lot!
With the greatest of respect I wouldn’t take advice on job prospects from someone still at school.
There are some who qualify with an fATPL who struggle to get a job.

Your idea to seek selection and then undertake the course ( tagged ) seems sound to me.