This post is aimed at people in training who are finishing their ATPL’s or doing some hour building. We will go through reasons of why you should consider delaying your CPL ME IR. There are no jobs. No matter which way you look at it, nobody/hardly anyone is hiring cadets. Is there any logic in … Read more
So out of nowhere, COVID-19 has come and hit aviation like a Steamroller, which leaves trainee pilots to make some serious decisions in regards to flight training with COVID-19. We are in an unprecedented time where most airline fleets are grounded, staff are furloughed and unfortunately, airlines are going into administration. So where does this … Read more
From the 20th December 2019, Advanced UPRT training became mandatory for all pilots starting their first type rating. This training course needs to be done on an aircraft with a suitable instructor. Luckily CRM Aviation, where I did my MCC/JOC are one of the few schools in Europe to offer this training. So this is … Read more
I have a share for sale in a Cessna 150 located in Bedfordshire. I thought I would put this on this blog in case anyone is interested in a share in a well-maintained C150 with good low-cost flying rates. The aircraft is based on a grass airfield and is stored in a hanger. About the … Read more
I can’t believe that it has already been a year since I passed my ME IR, this means that it was time for a ME IR Revalidation. First up, what’s the difference between a revalidation and a renewal? Well if your IR is still valid, every other year EASA allows you to do a skills … Read more
Hi all, I am humbled by the number of messages I have received asking how I am and what is happening. I know this blog has been quiet (ok dead) for the last few months but the please rest assured that I have more updates to come and news that I hope to be able … Read more
So just a quick one as a couple of people have messaged me about doing your CPL ME IR in one EASA state and Licence issued by another. This is a straight forward one for once (feels weird saying that about anything to do with licencing in aviation) but it actually is. The licence is … Read more
It’s been a while and a few of you have messaged to see what the latest is, so I thought I would give a quick post training update. No good news to report yet, unfortunately, the hunt still continues. To be honest, there probably won’t be many updates until there is a development of some … Read more
So for the last two weeks, I have been on my MCC/JOC at CRM Aviation Europe down at White Waltham airfield. I must admit I have very much enjoyed the course, even more so as I have been waiting so long for it. The instructors are a mixture of British Midland, British Airways and Virgin … Read more