Originally Posted by Whooosah

Hello everyone,

I've been contemplating getting my MEI lately. Right now I have 1000 hours and only 29 multi. Problem is I am not sure I will be able to teach at my current flight school if I get it. Insurance claims I need 100 multi and 25 in type to instruct multi students. There may be some sort of premium to pay or waiver if I get more hours in type etc.

My main goal is to get to a regional or 135 carrier or anything that would be a good next step up. I have applied everywhere and only heard back from GLA, but did not go to their interview and probably couldn't survive on the pay.

Do I have a chance of getting picked up with only 29 multi at somewhere like Mesaba, express jet or anywhere. Also I am nearing 135 mins but don't have nearly enough cross country time. I only have 250.

If anyone has any advice or recommendations, I am all ears. Money is very tight like all flight instructors so I want to make a good decision.

Thanks