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For those that got selected a very big congratulations. A lot of work awaits but so does a lot of opportunity. I look forward to flying with you. For those that did not get selected don't beat yourself up but i know you feel sick right now. You made it this far and that speaks volumes and that should not be under estimated. Reflect on what you did achieve, how many applied and did not get as far as you. Take encouragement from that and take time to consider you future. MPL schemes, flight school, BA FPP 2013-14? Don't make a rash decision straight away.
There are many many pilots in BA who have fallen at first only to grow as a person and/or as a pilot and then succeed.
There are many many pilots in BA who have fallen at first only to grow as a person and/or as a pilot and then succeed.
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Congratulations to all who applied, it has been stressful for you (and your parents).
Some of you now have to face the reality of raising 84k (plus) in a recession, on the promise of a job, sometime, hopefully.
We get to keep our house and life, for now.
Some of you now have to face the reality of raising 84k (plus) in a recession, on the promise of a job, sometime, hopefully.
We get to keep our house and life, for now.
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Smell the Coffee.
Are you asking this because you've not received an email? I have not received an email into my inbox but when I log into BA that the email has been sent but I cannot see the attachment.
Are you asking this because you've not received an email? I have not received an email into my inbox but when I log into BA that the email has been sent but I cannot see the attachment.
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It's horrible isn't it!! I wonder if any other people are having the same problem. Which school did you apply to?
To answer your question, I am pretty sure that everyone receives a PDF attachment. All the emails that were sent out will be the same. The only difference will be the attachment letter.
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Thanks my_call
Applied to OAA...so basically we're none the wiser. Not a pleasant position to be in when you can read all the responses above and everyone else has got their email...
Applied to OAA...so basically we're none the wiser. Not a pleasant position to be in when you can read all the responses above and everyone else has got their email...
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Junk
Obvious question but going to ask it anyway: it's not gone to your Junk email box?
My disappointing email was an email with the letter attached.
Personally I am gutted but its good to know so I can move on.
Time for self funded, modular, plan B!
Congrats to all those that were successful.
SJ
My disappointing email was an email with the letter attached.
Personally I am gutted but its good to know so I can move on.
Time for self funded, modular, plan B!
Congrats to all those that were successful.
SJ
Obvious question but going to ask it anyway: it's not gone to your Junk email box?
My disappointing email was an email with the letter attached.
Personally I am gutted but its good to know so I can move on.
Time for self funded, modular, plan B!
Congrats to all those that were successful.
My disappointing email was an email with the letter attached.
Personally I am gutted but its good to know so I can move on.
Time for self funded, modular, plan B!
Congrats to all those that were successful.
Can anyone offer me some advice at this stage?
Basically I think i'm at something of a catch 22 situation.
Firstly, I can't afford to go straight for an integrated course (which is why I was trying for this FPP). Secondly I was prior to this assessment trying to gain entry into the aviation world via the modular route, and am at a position now to gain my ground ATPL exams and go for a CPL.
Unfortunately gaining a CPL would then render me unable to apply to future FPP programs. Do I hold off on the flying and try to do the FPP again if and when it reappears, and gain entry directly into the top of the foodchain as far as piloting is concerned, or do I avoid wasting time and possible future failure by taking things into my own hands, and taking considerably longer to work my way into an airliner?
Basically I think i'm at something of a catch 22 situation.
Firstly, I can't afford to go straight for an integrated course (which is why I was trying for this FPP). Secondly I was prior to this assessment trying to gain entry into the aviation world via the modular route, and am at a position now to gain my ground ATPL exams and go for a CPL.
Unfortunately gaining a CPL would then render me unable to apply to future FPP programs. Do I hold off on the flying and try to do the FPP again if and when it reappears, and gain entry directly into the top of the foodchain as far as piloting is concerned, or do I avoid wasting time and possible future failure by taking things into my own hands, and taking considerably longer to work my way into an airliner?
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CTC have opened applications for the Easyjet MPL today.. Nice timing!
Commiserations to those unsuccessful, congrats to those who were successful at this stage.
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I still don't know...no email.
And I received every one before that.
Talk about taking the wind out of my sails..recruitment are resending some emails out.
And I received every one before that.
Talk about taking the wind out of my sails..recruitment are resending some emails out.
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Hamsterminator,
In the same situation as you mate. As I don't really have a clue as to why I didn't get the ultimate tick, suffice it to state that I know I generally and inexplicably didn't perform anywhere near my best on the day of all days, I think waiting around for another year on the fleeting hope that I may get through next time is rather leaving it too much to chance. I prepared wholeheartedly and it didn't work out. Had I been a few years younger, it may have been worth more contemplation to leverage on the experience and wait for the next opportunity.
So to Plan B, I would have preferred an EASA integrated course as well if I could find some way to fund it, debt or not. However, as it is, it's out of the question. The next best route I decided is then to enrol in a full-time Part 141 course to obtain an FAA CPL/IR and CFI with Optional Practical Training, which I can just about afford when taking into account subsistence and other commitments. I will then probably have to revert to my current career to save myself from bankruptcy and work towards conversion to an EASA CPL/IR. Naturally, it will mean deferring the ATPL exams towards the tail end of my pursuits. This may mean I am potentially eligible to re-apply for the FPP if there is another one next year. A concern would be whether I have enough finances remaining at that stage to fund two more years of not working, subsistence and other commitments, as well as additional monies required by the chosen flight school - a bridge I will have to cross then.
The future is not for us to see, but I suppose one must be thankful for the experience and now forge ahead through other avenues.
Good luck whatever you decide!
In the same situation as you mate. As I don't really have a clue as to why I didn't get the ultimate tick, suffice it to state that I know I generally and inexplicably didn't perform anywhere near my best on the day of all days, I think waiting around for another year on the fleeting hope that I may get through next time is rather leaving it too much to chance. I prepared wholeheartedly and it didn't work out. Had I been a few years younger, it may have been worth more contemplation to leverage on the experience and wait for the next opportunity.
So to Plan B, I would have preferred an EASA integrated course as well if I could find some way to fund it, debt or not. However, as it is, it's out of the question. The next best route I decided is then to enrol in a full-time Part 141 course to obtain an FAA CPL/IR and CFI with Optional Practical Training, which I can just about afford when taking into account subsistence and other commitments. I will then probably have to revert to my current career to save myself from bankruptcy and work towards conversion to an EASA CPL/IR. Naturally, it will mean deferring the ATPL exams towards the tail end of my pursuits. This may mean I am potentially eligible to re-apply for the FPP if there is another one next year. A concern would be whether I have enough finances remaining at that stage to fund two more years of not working, subsistence and other commitments, as well as additional monies required by the chosen flight school - a bridge I will have to cross then.
The future is not for us to see, but I suppose one must be thankful for the experience and now forge ahead through other avenues.
Good luck whatever you decide!