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Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
25th Feb 2024, 11:27
Replies: 18
Views: 2,239
Posted By uncle dickie

As previously stated FTEJerez are advertising for...

As previously stated FTEJerez are advertising for a UK CFI on LinkedIn
As the project is clearly at the genesis stage, pprune is a vehicle to discuss possible options?
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
25th Feb 2024, 09:35
Replies: 18
Views: 2,239
Posted By uncle dickie

As FTEJerez are already approved by the UK CAA to...

As FTEJerez are already approved by the UK CAA to conduct courses in Jerez, then UK weather must be a consideration.
Finding suitably qualified instructors may also be a factor. No doubt a...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
25th Feb 2024, 08:48
Replies: 18
Views: 2,239
Posted By uncle dickie

FTEJerez expansion into the UK

FTE have posted on LinkedIn that they are advertising for a CFI for a proposed UK operation.

An interesting move that they see the benefit of UK weather resulting in a more ‘rounded graduate’
Forum: Accidents and Close Calls
20th Nov 2021, 11:26
Replies: 49
Views: 11,650
Posted By uncle dickie

For those who sat their professional exams prior...

For those who sat their professional exams prior to 1988, a pass at Performance A gave you blanket exemption from having to sit any other performance group exam aeroplanes when a new type rating was...
Forum: PPRuNe Problems or Queries
1st Dec 2020, 13:00
Replies: 2
Views: 796
Posted By uncle dickie

Use the Red Triangle 🔺 on the left hand side of...

Use the Red Triangle 🔺 on the left hand side of the offending thread to complain.
Debate can robust as you found out in 2012 when discussing R/T procedures.
A slightly more pragmatic attitude...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
4th Oct 2020, 08:32
Replies: 5
Views: 1,408
Posted By uncle dickie

The other solution is licence transfer once the...

The other solution is licence transfer once the initial CPL/IR licence is issued.
There will be no rush as jobs are non existent.
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
26th Sep 2020, 07:41
Replies: 137
Views: 78,027
Posted By uncle dickie

What L3 fail to realise is the damage such...

What L3 fail to realise is the damage such contracts have going forward when they attempt to attract future business from individuals. Other ATOs will invariably suffer unless they can demonstrate...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
28th Aug 2020, 11:49
Replies: 10
Views: 2,529
Posted By uncle dickie

One advantage of Virtual is that their standard...

One advantage of Virtual is that their standard B.737-800 MCC/APS courses now uses the Ryanair SOPs.
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
5th Jul 2020, 11:41
Replies: 55
Views: 31,331
Posted By uncle dickie

A possible solution is moving to Spain, the...

A possible solution is moving to Spain, the largest recognised ATO provider being FTE Jerez.
Forum: Questions
14th Jun 2020, 15:31
Replies: 14
Views: 6,709
Posted By uncle dickie

And yet a “foreign national” can obtain a FAA...

And yet a “foreign national” can obtain a FAA licence.
What is the reasoning behind the Indian Government legislation?

do they allow a validation of an ICAO ATPL?
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
12th May 2020, 06:32
Replies: 200
Views: 97,681
Posted By uncle dickie

A point of view

The ATO must be honest and trustworthy in all communications with prospective customers. This means that they make clear the limits of their knowledge and make reasonable checks to ensure the...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
24th Apr 2020, 11:58
Replies: 27
Views: 5,102
Posted By uncle dickie

Marketing will recognise that anyone wanting to...

Marketing will recognise that anyone wanting to spend a six figure sum have done their homework and delay.
So how about spending a five figure sum (significant discount) they might say and start...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
19th Apr 2020, 12:32
Replies: 8
Views: 4,134
Posted By uncle dickie

18greens comment is misleading as it implies that...

18greens comment is misleading as it implies that significant crosswinds are a major factor. Nothing could be further from the truth.

A more careful scrutiny of XRY weather would reveal that the...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
9th Oct 2019, 17:21
Replies: 3
Views: 6,406
Posted By uncle dickie

Although KURA CONSULTANCY LTD still exists. ...

Although KURA CONSULTANCY LTD still exists.

Name change: previously
KURA AVIATION SERVICES LTD

If you explore the link above to trace who was who, including the ex DFO Citiflyers albeit for a...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
5th Sep 2019, 22:49
Replies: 15
Views: 2,034
Posted By uncle dickie

In a few years time, airline sponsorship might...

In a few years time, airline sponsorship might appear as an opportunity for you. Only Aer Lingus are offering full sponsorship this year.
Although it has been known for (very mature) school leavers...
Forum: Rumours & News
29th Aug 2019, 07:23
Replies: 41
Views: 26,338
Posted By uncle dickie

Are there many ex Hamble (BA) chaps under 65, &...

Are there many ex Hamble (BA) chaps under 65, & still flying ~public transport ?
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
23rd Aug 2019, 16:04
Replies: 617
Views: 663,772
Posted By uncle dickie

Passing or not passing a particular initial...

Passing or not passing a particular initial selection process is no absolute definitive guide as to anyone’s ability to operate. I know a number of successful Captains whose ‘style’ didn’t suit...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
23rd Aug 2019, 14:02
Replies: 617
Views: 663,772
Posted By uncle dickie

I suggest that you study the concept of CRM & how...

I suggest that you study the concept of CRM & how team work / personality are critical to a successful operation. You need to pass the ‘beer test’. If you were say a doctor, it helps enormously to...
Forum: Airlines, Airports & Routes
11th Aug 2019, 20:20
Replies: 1,174
Views: 521,750
Posted By uncle dickie

Just why the CAA was not consulted as to the...

Just why the CAA was not consulted as to the specifications has not been disclosed.
CAP168 is the starting point for Aerodrome construction & equipment
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
9th Jul 2019, 19:34
Replies: 21
Views: 12,610
Posted By uncle dickie

why pay twice for a medical? distant learning...

why pay twice for a medical?
distant learning for the professional exams or somewhere like Bristol GS full time?

entirely your choice, but if your are set on the CPL/IR route personally UK for...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
9th Jul 2019, 16:42
Replies: 21
Views: 12,610
Posted By uncle dickie

Read your previous post over the last 6 years on...

Read your previous post over the last 6 years on the other thread.

Obtain in your class one medical before signing up to any flying course.
Another option is doing your PPL near home this...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
24th Jun 2019, 11:59
Replies: 5
Views: 3,140
Posted By uncle dickie

Hope KT1988 goes back to his previous occupation:...

Hope KT1988 goes back to his previous occupation: the legal profession.

Why do I think that he would be a nightmare on the flightdeck?
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
22nd Jun 2019, 19:18
Replies: 93
Views: 43,060
Posted By uncle dickie

FTE might be APS approved by the Spanish...

FTE might be APS approved by the Spanish Regulator? And they have a new A320 FTD1 recently approved. Not cheap but quality training.
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
8th Jun 2019, 18:27
Replies: 32
Views: 14,747
Posted By uncle dickie

If you & the instructors believe that an answer...

If you & the instructors believe that an answer is not correct then the Head of Training / CTKI need to take appropriate action either with other Providers and/or directly with their Regulator.
...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
5th Jun 2019, 18:06
Replies: 109
Views: 60,685
Posted By uncle dickie

You may think that “a guaranteed assessment “ is...

You may think that “a guaranteed assessment “ is critical; it does not mean automatic guaranteed acceptance will necessarily follow. If they don’t like the cut of your jib......
Get your head in...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
31st May 2019, 07:29
Replies: 104
Views: 42,546
Posted By uncle dickie

P2F

KT1988

Will you “nail your colours to the mast” and unequivocally condemn all forms of P2F scheme on this Pprune forum.

A simple YES or NO answer. No waffle. Yes, or No....
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
28th May 2019, 09:37
Replies: 3
Views: 1,987
Posted By uncle dickie

Loan agreement in writing? Evidence that a loan...

Loan agreement in writing?
Evidence that a loan was made?

Start a CCJ process. Do it online..
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
28th May 2019, 04:38
Replies: 93
Views: 43,060
Posted By uncle dickie

If you knew for certain that your sim ride was on...

If you knew for certain that your sim ride was on the Airbus, then choosing the Bus for the MCC is fine.
You might be a tagged student for say EZY then MCC on it makes sense.
Otherwise as a newly...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
27th Apr 2019, 10:43
Replies: 3
Views: 1,868
Posted By uncle dickie

Virtual Aviation, Cambridge (VA Airline Training)

VIRTUAL have been given approval by EASA to continue to issue EASA MCC / APS certificates even if a NO DEAL BREXIT was to occur.

So newly qualified EASA CPL/IR holders can still obtain their...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
20th Mar 2019, 10:00
Replies: 6
Views: 1,485
Posted By uncle dickie

Doing well in the exams is important. Ideally no...

Doing well in the exams is important. Ideally no retakes, not less than 85% in any exam and really a very good mark in Navigation. Demonstrates your brain may well be wired up correctly as an...
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
19th Mar 2019, 14:54
Replies: 6
Views: 1,485
Posted By uncle dickie

In a word, NO. Just sufficient grey matter...

In a word, NO. Just sufficient grey matter necessary.
The hardest the maths get is SIN COS TAN
Arithmetic, square roots, simple & quadratic equations. That is about it.

Physics : Boyle Law....
Forum: Interviews, jobs & sponsorship
17th Mar 2019, 14:45
Replies: 2
Views: 1,348
Posted By uncle dickie

If you are serious about a career in aviation, I...

If you are serious about a career in aviation, I would suggest you do your own research.
I would expect this style of question from a much younger person than you claim to be in previous posts.
...
Forum: Professional Pilot Training (includes ground studies)
17th Mar 2019, 14:08
Replies: 7
Views: 1,654
Posted By uncle dickie

Without spilling the beans, what areas are the...

Without spilling the beans, what areas are the Chinese class1 medicals so much stricter?
I hear BMI index can be an issue?

You might get assistance from the MEDICAL section on Pprune?
Forum: Accidents and Close Calls
15th Mar 2019, 17:08
Replies: 42
Views: 38,200
Posted By uncle dickie

Out after 21 months. Might be sooner with a tag....

Out after 21 months. Might be sooner with a tag.
Licence revoked by CAA.
Forum: Rumours & News
1st Mar 2019, 21:57
Replies: 40
Views: 41,673
Posted By uncle dickie

AAIB have deployed a team

AAIB have deployed a team
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