Thanks for input, Matt and Airmac.
My GP is currently processing the NPPL paperwork, though of course that does not commit me to going that route.
However, given that my flying has not taken me out of the UK in over 10 years, and escalating fuel cost are likely to keep me near the Piper Cub end of the GA spectrum, I can think of no compelling reason not to go ‘recreational’ , which is, after all, is the only flying I have ever done.
It is clear there is a variation in cost for medicals, thought the inclusion of an ECG (needed above age 40) creates two different tarriffs, which slightly complicates comparisons. That said, I would consider it worth my while to drive perhaps 40 miles to save 70 pounds.
As an aside, the GP has just phoned, paperwork done, and fifteen pounds to pay. I have just spoken to the CFI, to check I am OK to ‘slip the surly bonds of earth’ and answer is ‘Yes’, so Job Done !
I am mindful that my medical administration issues are not neccessarily of huge public interest, but for other ‘fair weather flyers’ this thread might throw up some useful pointers. In my case, I have just saved the cost of five hours flying!
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