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● RDT COMM ·andijapona ·June 16, 2026 ·09:35Z

Trying to chase two licenses at once (Civil Engineer + Pilot), any advice from people who've done something similar?

A civil engineering student in the Philippines seeks advice on simultaneously pursuing a pilot's license, aiming to become both a licensed engineer and pilot before completing graduate studies. The main challenge is the substantial cost of a Private Pilot License—ranging from 300,000 to 500,000 pesos—with limited sponsorship opportunities, as unlike airline-backed commercial pilot programs, a PPL does not immediately lead to paid employment. The student requests information about flexible payment plans, scholarships, or organizations that might support pursuing this dual certification path.
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