Originally Posted by
USMCFLYR
Well...as I said - if you don't believe in the example, or any number of others, then there isn't really anything that anyone can say to change what seems to be a long held view you have towards providing free instruction - nor would I expect any of your customers to complain!
I hope someone doesn't set up free IT service across from your present place of business
Who depends on CFI'ing as a primary source of income?
Just using this forum as an example - there seems to be quite a few trying to make it work.
Not sure who the 'chief' is that you are referencing, but I look forward to others chiming in too. that is what the forum is all about!
USMCFLYR
I guess he was referring to Rick7777...
I also wanted to just share a thought......
If some one wants to give free flight & ground instruction, it could be done for a noble cause & still not degrade the profession.
For example, if I meet a student pilot or a young aviator, who has limited means, works at the local convenience store or walmart or Tacobell etc etc, saves every penny to pay for a flight lesson & is working slowly towards his ratings.......
In such a case, Helping such a student by not charging him the instructor fees for private or instrument flight training or even helping him with free ground school, all this is being done for a Noble cause & in the spirit of Flying...
I don't think that would be detrimental to aviation..... Infact that is giving back to the community by offering to help the under privileged.......
@NINJA, I think what U should do is definitely advertise, mention that you offer your services free but only for the underprivileged people......
That way, when a rich guy sees your AD, & comes to you, he will pay U full price for your service....