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If I was minded to call the Hawaiian and tell them about this thread, I imagine they'd probably find it quite libelous.
For some balance, unless the place is under new management, I found it to be a pleasant and friendly enough place to stay, and the landlady was not even slightly 'scary'.
For some balance, unless the place is under new management, I found it to be a pleasant and friendly enough place to stay, and the landlady was not even slightly 'scary'.
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fair enough... just thought it worthwhile to raise the point. after all we're all here to help each other....
go there if ya want.... no probs to me!
anyways back to the original reason for the thread...
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go there if ya want.... no probs to me!
anyways back to the original reason for the thread...
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Hey, I don't know if I'm adding any additional information here or not, but I'll go for it anyway!
Firstly congrats lads on getting in!
I have just finished the introductory course (finished on Monday!)
1. Yea there is a pretty good fun Induction week. We had ours in the Merriot in Southampton. Its a really good chance to meet all the other people on your course, enjoy it!!
2. With regards to accomodation, I would STRONGLY recommend that you stay in a B&B, at least for your intro course (approx 10 weeks). Its definatly the cheapest option. Besides, remember you will be a "Moveable Grade" and you will move! I myself having stayed in a B&B am now going to Manston in Kent for 2 weeks flying training, then undergoing "Operation Familiarisation" for 2 months, which for me will take place in TC in West Drayton. Some guys will be in Manchester and some in Scottish although some will be in Swanwick. So you can see that taking out a rental contract could be a bit of a gamble. However you could rent out after the Ops Famil stage.
In terms of B&B I really recommend The Clematis on Westby Road in Boscombe. Its prob the best one in Boscombe!!! As for the Hawaiian, some guys from my course stayed there and have had no problem from the owner, (although I have heard some stories from previous courses)!
3. I have no idea about revalidating you licence I'm afraid!!
One final word, regarding the work! Be prepared to do a LOT of work. Realistically, with the current Intro Course, you will be looking at an 8 hour day in college, followed by about 3 hours work each night (although we usually took Fridays off!!) You will grow to love and cherish your MATS Part 1 trust me! :-)
Anyway, I look forward to seeing you in sunny Bournemouth!! All the best for when you start!!
Andy.
Firstly congrats lads on getting in!
I have just finished the introductory course (finished on Monday!)
1. Yea there is a pretty good fun Induction week. We had ours in the Merriot in Southampton. Its a really good chance to meet all the other people on your course, enjoy it!!
2. With regards to accomodation, I would STRONGLY recommend that you stay in a B&B, at least for your intro course (approx 10 weeks). Its definatly the cheapest option. Besides, remember you will be a "Moveable Grade" and you will move! I myself having stayed in a B&B am now going to Manston in Kent for 2 weeks flying training, then undergoing "Operation Familiarisation" for 2 months, which for me will take place in TC in West Drayton. Some guys will be in Manchester and some in Scottish although some will be in Swanwick. So you can see that taking out a rental contract could be a bit of a gamble. However you could rent out after the Ops Famil stage.
In terms of B&B I really recommend The Clematis on Westby Road in Boscombe. Its prob the best one in Boscombe!!! As for the Hawaiian, some guys from my course stayed there and have had no problem from the owner, (although I have heard some stories from previous courses)!
3. I have no idea about revalidating you licence I'm afraid!!
One final word, regarding the work! Be prepared to do a LOT of work. Realistically, with the current Intro Course, you will be looking at an 8 hour day in college, followed by about 3 hours work each night (although we usually took Fridays off!!) You will grow to love and cherish your MATS Part 1 trust me! :-)
Anyway, I look forward to seeing you in sunny Bournemouth!! All the best for when you start!!
Andy.
