I’m 18 next month brenmcc. OAT made a very special exception with my acceptance to train with them. The lower age limit is usually 18, but I applied last year, got accepted intially to start in July this year before I was invited for an advanced sim check after which they said that they wanted to take me on in January! They explained that this is a step they have never taken before, but they could see I was very keen and they felt that the course I am on now was perfect for me…they certainly have been right, I’ve in with a great bunch of guys!
The problem I have with the CTC scheme is that firstly the actual flight training isn’t of a particularly high standard. It is conducted in Diamond Katenas (Probably spelt that wrong) which are usually classed as motor gliders. Furthermore financially you end up paying more for your training than I do at OAT as you are bonded. Myself and my accountant worked the total cost of the CTC course coming to nearly £90,000 in comparison to £61,500.
Several of the guys on my course were accepted for the CTC scheme but quit because of the poor training and structure of the ground school course.
Sandy, hope to see you here soon. If you want to come down and have a look round I’ll happily give you a tour.
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