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Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
23rd Jul 2012, 14:06
Replies: 18
Views: 9,780
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

I don't think ex-pats can get a visa to fly as...

I don't think ex-pats can get a visa to fly as F/O in the Maldives any more.
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
17th May 2012, 13:50
Replies: 18
Views: 4,677
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

@redout: ProPilot do indeed have ebooks that one...

@redout: ProPilot do indeed have ebooks that one downloads through iTunes. But I believe these are enhanced with multimedia content that is downloaded when you're registered onto one of ProPilot's...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
22nd Mar 2012, 11:50
Replies: 11
Views: 4,737
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

Probably worth checking whether external mods are...

Probably worth checking whether external mods are eligible for the ATP or whether it's just CTC TakeOff, iCP and cadets.
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
20th Mar 2012, 15:36
Replies: 11
Views: 4,737
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

The CTC AQC can get you in the pool, but I heard...

The CTC AQC can get you in the pool, but I heard that as a modular student, you'll be second to the integrated lot.
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
28th Feb 2012, 12:57
Replies: 96
Views: 26,542
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

@G1991, Very informative - thanks. Do...

@G1991, Very informative - thanks.



Do you have to financially commit before knowing whether you're sponsored or not?
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
7th Feb 2012, 07:47
Replies: 43
Views: 7,711
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

Trayman, you mean 6K p.a. right? ...

Trayman, you mean 6K p.a. right?

Instructing's something worth considering between CPL and IR; but I'll only do it on a part time basis whilst I work in my current job.
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
6th Feb 2012, 15:15
Replies: 43
Views: 7,711
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

Sorry to hear that Truckflyer, and indeed time is...

Sorry to hear that Truckflyer, and indeed time is ticking!

Probably best leave the IR until happier days maybe. The rest is still worth it IMO if it's what you want to do.
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
6th Feb 2012, 13:45
Replies: 43
Views: 7,711
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

Trayman, I'm in a similar position to you...

Trayman,

I'm in a similar position to you except I have a PPL an the funds for modular. I looked at cadet schemes and integrated but to be honest, they're not worth it to me. Even with the 'pseudo...
Forum: Private Flying
26th Jan 2012, 15:22
Replies: 25
Views: 5,242
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

I use pencil on the Whizz Wheel and Lumocolor...

I use pencil on the Whizz Wheel and Lumocolor fine tips on the chart. I clear the chart with aftershave from a sample bottle - smells loverly:)
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
23rd Jan 2012, 11:22
Replies: 60
Views: 31,491
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

At my age, my only choice is modular; preferably...

At my age, my only choice is modular; preferably modular that may get me a job! The (part) sponsored schemes have a better promise of work at the end, but it means taking 18 months out, which I...
Forum: Private Flying
9th Jan 2012, 07:58
Replies: 18
Views: 2,703
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

DEDuced RECKONING

Don't worry about it Memphis; as Derek says, it's all in the planning. I was itching to get out of the circuit and do my QXC, it was the next best thing to going solo. You'll only go out on a good...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th Jan 2012, 09:57
Replies: 96
Views: 26,542
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

Yep - you're right - my mistake. Flybe Q400...

Yep - you're right - my mistake.

Flybe Q400 FOs start on roughly 25K, so subtracting the sponsorship repayment and servicing the loan won't leave you with much.

I've been informed that PTC do...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
4th Jan 2012, 18:40
Replies: 96
Views: 26,542
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

There doesn't seem to be much info about this on...

There doesn't seem to be much info about this on the web (or can I just not find it!):confused:

Anyway, I got a call from PTC today, and they said that they were doing the MPL:confused:; I'd be...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
30th Nov 2011, 11:30
Replies: 48
Views: 13,148
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

Just make sure the school you choose teaches you...

Just make sure the school you choose teaches you the subject matter and that you don't end up rote learning the QB!

Good Luck
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
28th Nov 2011, 11:40
Replies: 16
Views: 2,374
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

I've never had a Tech interview, but I wouldn't...

I've never had a Tech interview, but I wouldn't want to attend one after just rote learning.
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
11th Nov 2011, 23:32
Replies: 34
Views: 13,300
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

I agree. But how can one be assured that their...

I agree. But how can one be assured that their chosen provider doesn't fall into the "learn and dump" category? As I would certainly prefer the "most thorough professional grounding" versus the...
Forum: Private Flying
10th Nov 2011, 14:29
Replies: 11
Views: 3,634
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

Hi Rapattack, It's a few years down the line...

Hi Rapattack,
It's a few years down the line yet and it could all change by then. But look here (http://www.caa.co.uk/default.aspx?catid=620&pagetype=70&gid=2134&faqid=1314).

There are other...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
10th Nov 2011, 12:56
Replies: 34
Views: 13,300
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

Yeh, you're right. It's 4 weeks, not 2! I'll...

Yeh, you're right. It's 4 weeks, not 2! I'll definitely be choosing BGS.

OAA 2012 prices are here (http://www.oaa.com/files/Price_List_2012.pdf), so be quick!

Good Luck
Forum: Private Flying
10th Nov 2011, 11:50
Replies: 11
Views: 3,634
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

Be mindful of the future EASA Aerobatics Rating...

Be mindful of the future EASA Aerobatics Rating here in Europe:uhoh:
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
10th Nov 2011, 11:41
Replies: 34
Views: 13,300
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

Looking at just the cost of the course (excluding...

Looking at just the cost of the course (excluding travel & accommodation) :
BGS = £2140 inc class phases
OAA = £2100 [£1500 + 2X(£300) for class phases]
- There's not much in it.

But as I'm in...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
7th Nov 2011, 16:13
Replies: 5
Views: 884
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

Where did you hear that??? Good luck by the...

Where did you hear that???

Good luck by the way
Forum: Private Flying
5th Nov 2011, 21:59
Replies: 40
Views: 5,704
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

That's pretty good; they have a healthy list of...

That's pretty good; they have a healthy list of partner airfields that waive landing fees too! Shame I'm down south.
Forum: Private Flying
1st Nov 2011, 21:38
Replies: 40
Views: 5,704
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

C152 - wet £150 solo £165 dual

C152 - wet

£150 solo
£165 dual
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
27th Oct 2011, 11:21
Replies: 22
Views: 5,405
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

AndoniP by - - I mean modular, in as...

AndoniP

by -

- I mean modular, in as much as the school has the training records (hopefully all good) and the school has the relationships and reputation within the industry. A bit of a long...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
27th Oct 2011, 10:31
Replies: 22
Views: 5,405
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

Sorry - should have seen that coming :)

Sorry - should have seen that coming :)
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
27th Oct 2011, 09:22
Replies: 22
Views: 5,405
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

Cheers for the responses. AndoniP, I can...

Cheers for the responses.
AndoniP, I can empathise!
Modular is no doubt the only way for me as I have no lump sum to blow and I want to keep my job and my house. Now a sensible route would be to...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
26th Oct 2011, 16:30
Replies: 22
Views: 5,405
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

Cheers Shorty. I'm a PPL so will no doubt go...

Cheers Shorty.

I'm a PPL so will no doubt go down the modular route anyway.

iDiveDeep, I'd be interested to know what you hear from the 'horse's mouth', if you manage to make contact.
...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
26th Oct 2011, 15:28
Replies: 22
Views: 5,405
Posted By WhiskyTangoFoxtrott

One of the suggested FTO's offer modular...

One of the suggested FTO's offer modular training. Could this route, which is cheaper, be feasible? Or is the 'modular' bit less advantageous?
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