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PPL in two places?

Hi all, just wondering if its possible to finish off a JAA PPL in Florida after having started it in the UK, or do you have to start over?
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Johnny

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By: BlueRobin - 27th October 2006 at 20:10

I evaluated this option because the 2001/2002 Winter was particularly poor. That Winter and the one prior iirc was the wetest I can remember. I looked at Naples due to recommendations. The expense came out higher than I would have liked. Given work commitments at that time also I decided to can it.

I guess it can be tough doing college and PPL work together. The choice is really yours. Are you so impatient and have enough free time/money to blitz it in Florida, or take a rain check for the UK. If so , save now, rely on the Summer and book two hours minimum per week. Flying clubs are invariably busy at weekends so if you can get more hours in midweek over my stated two, you should have no problem with aircraft bookings, instructors and weather. Did you know the sun always shines midweek when people are stuck in the office?

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By: Johnny - 27th October 2006 at 10:51

I usually book either weekly or fortnightly, depending on work. I had college exams earlier in the year, so I didnt book so much, and was relying on the summer to fly as much as possible, but that hasnt happened unfortunately.

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By: BlueRobin - 27th October 2006 at 07:54

Yes you can. Just out of interest how often are you booking? Once per week? Are you able to take midweek or a few weeks off? Where are you flying from?

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By: Johnny - 26th October 2006 at 18:01

I have 15 hours, the class 2 medical and 2 exams – air law and met so far, but I’ve been waiting around to do my solo since June. 14 attempts cancelled because of bad weather, and no available slots meant that I havent flown in ages.

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By: wessex boy - 26th October 2006 at 17:47

As long as you logbook is filled in correctly and signed by the CFI, I would imagine that your new school would want to do a check-ride before deciding at what point in the syllabus to start you off.
How far in are you? Have you taken the ground exams yet?

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