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Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
3rd Jul 2018, 10:13
Replies: 15
Views: 7,422
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

If you pay by a UK credit card it’s automatic...

If you pay by a UK credit card it’s automatic thanks to the Consumer Credit Act. However, this doesn’t apply to other types of payments - debit cards, BACs, Faster Payments etc.
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
20th Jun 2018, 09:40
Replies: 1,091
Views: 716,892
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Hi Richard - why not make a start on your PPL now...

Hi Richard - why not make a start on your PPL now whilst you’re still working ? You should comfortably have it out of the way by next spring if you start it this summer.

As well as telling you if...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
19th Mar 2018, 22:56
Replies: 22
Views: 24,846
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

What’s the specific issue ? The guidelines I’ve...

What’s the specific issue ? The guidelines I’ve seen state you could still pass subject to a specialist examination for certain conditions. Short sightedness outside the limits being one such...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
19th Mar 2018, 22:51
Replies: 1,027
Views: 633,957
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Once you get the £45 validation can you fly in...

Once you get the £45 validation can you fly in the UK with an FAA PPL or does there need to be some form of conversion done first ?
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
6th Mar 2018, 10:08
Replies: 9,974
Views: 6,729,425
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Well done Dan - good luck with the assessment !

Well done Dan - good luck with the assessment !
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
6th Mar 2018, 09:49
Replies: 9,974
Views: 6,729,425
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Out of interest, does anyone know if RYR are...

Out of interest, does anyone know if RYR are being more flexible with inviting older guys to sim assessments ? It always seemed to be difficult for folks over 35 to get a look in. However, I...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
22nd Sep 2017, 20:07
Replies: 374
Views: 248,181
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Paul - check out the 'am I too old' thread in the...

Paul - check out the 'am I too old' thread in the training forum, loads of good opinions/info/advice in there...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
19th Sep 2017, 14:24
Replies: 32
Views: 19,646
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Actually, my question should have been "what are...

Actually, my question should have been "what are they & their airline partners doing to make their courses more affordable/accessible?"
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
18th Sep 2017, 13:07
Replies: 32
Views: 19,646
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Yeah right because L3 are just in it for the love...

Yeah right because L3 are just in it for the love of aviation.

In my humble opinion it's neither ethical to p2f or to charge kids £130k for a job. Both exist in this industry unfortunately,...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
18th Sep 2017, 07:56
Replies: 32
Views: 19,646
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

This is a very good point. I know the p2f...

This is a very good point. I know the p2f argument has been done to death here and like everyone else I despise the system.

However, i struggle to see how people seem to think it's ok to pay...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
5th Sep 2017, 18:07
Replies: 1,027
Views: 633,957
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

If you're under 35 you shouldn't even be looking...

If you're under 35 you shouldn't even be looking at this thread 😊. You're plenty young enough - go for it if it's what you want to do.

For those over 35 and, especially so, for those over 40 it...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
25th Aug 2017, 10:53
Replies: 9
Views: 4,324
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

True, but it's still a very expensive program...

True, but it's still a very expensive program even by aviation standards!

It will be interesting to see the level of interest in this...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
25th Aug 2017, 10:13
Replies: 952
Views: 509,945
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Too old ?? Absolutely not - 30 is the perfect age...

Too old ?? Absolutely not - 30 is the perfect age to do this imho, a bit of life experience behind you, but still a long career ahead of you.

I applied at age 42 and have been invited to phase 2....
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th Apr 2017, 21:36
Replies: 1,013
Views: 556,741
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

To be fair, I think the way OAA have treated you...

To be fair, I think the way OAA have treated you guys says all you need to know about them as an organisation. I'm not suggesting CTC wouldn't treat potential cadets in the same way, but I do wonder...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
20th Jan 2017, 17:21
Replies: 4,866
Views: 1,927,563
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

I asked this question to CTC and was told they...

I asked this question to CTC and was told they regularly have students in their 30s and even early 40s...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
18th Jan 2017, 03:56
Replies: 35
Views: 12,235
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

There is no easy way for you I'm afraid.

There is no easy way for you I'm afraid.
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
14th Jan 2017, 09:07
Replies: 1,013
Views: 556,741
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Am I reading the above correctly in that once you...

Am I reading the above correctly in that once you finish the MPL you will only have 90 hours actual flying (not including SIM) time ?
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
4th Jan 2017, 16:18
Replies: 1,013
Views: 556,741
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

They told me early in the New Year, nothing more...

They told me early in the New Year, nothing more specific than that sorry.
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
4th Jan 2017, 16:15
Replies: 574
Views: 375,911
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

I would, but I would save up some dosh first so...

I would, but I would save up some dosh first so you can make the leap without the loan. You earn 110k, so this shouldn't be too hard. Oh and try and keep your toe in the water with your previous...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
23rd Dec 2016, 02:35
Replies: 1,027
Views: 633,957
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Agreed - having that bit of extra perspective...

Agreed - having that bit of extra perspective will certainly help when the going gets tough...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
21st Dec 2016, 02:43
Replies: 4
Views: 1,833
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

I'd have given him a job on the spot. Someone...

I'd have given him a job on the spot. Someone who doesn't waste time on unnecessary tasks is a great asset !
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
16th Dec 2016, 06:14
Replies: 1,027
Views: 633,957
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Well said QLC. I'm certainly noticing a trend of...

Well said QLC. I'm certainly noticing a trend of 'older' guys career changing. Having personal funds available and a fall back career certainly removes a lot of the risks...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
11th Dec 2016, 08:50
Replies: 7
Views: 2,631
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Interesting question. Firstly I'd advise trying...

Interesting question. Firstly I'd advise trying to work out your own motivation/career aspirations. If you're looking to just make a shed load of cash then take the Goldman offer - it's a no...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
31st Oct 2016, 16:37
Replies: 1,091
Views: 716,892
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Difficult to offer advice as IMHO there is no...

Difficult to offer advice as IMHO there is no right or wrong answer. You seem to have a great attitude and that is the most important thing. I'm sure you'll be successful whichever route you...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
18th Oct 2016, 16:23
Replies: 1,027
Views: 633,957
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Not at all you're still a pup, the perfect age...

Not at all you're still a pup, the perfect age for training I would suggest. If you get your first job at 32, you'd have 33 years flying ahead of you.

DON'T p2f !
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
18th Oct 2016, 16:20
Replies: 1,027
Views: 633,957
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Hi Gentle Climb - many thanks for taking the time...

Hi Gentle Climb - many thanks for taking the time to respond and congratulations on successfully making the switch into the cockpit. I'd love to know if you're happy you made this move and are...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
12th Oct 2016, 17:01
Replies: 1,027
Views: 633,957
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Thanks Mick - some very good advice there.... ...

Thanks Mick - some very good advice there....

FANS - I'd have thought I'm a bit long in the tooth for one of those cadet schemes.
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
9th Oct 2016, 16:34
Replies: 1,027
Views: 633,957
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Greetings all - any and all feedback welcome.... ...

Greetings all - any and all feedback welcome....

So the bad news is I'm planning to start flight training having just turned 41. I can almost hear the sniggers at the back. However, as we older...
Forum: Medical & Health
30th Aug 2016, 16:34
Replies: 458
Views: 283,432
Posted By Basil Fawlty1

Class 1 Medical Eyesight Question

Hello all - does anyone know if the eyesight requirements for new Class 1 certificates relate to a contact lense prescription or glasses prescription ?

According to the CAA, for short sightedness,...
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