Originally Posted by
word302
Not all of us "low time" guys are complaining about the new rule. I think it can only help in the long run. Then again, I'm 37, so I guess my perspective is a little different than some.
Just got my CFI 2 days ago and got a job today. Very excited to start instructing and actually learn something.
Very good then. So comment on the NPRM in favor of keeping the law, not watering the ATP law down. I get so sick of the argument that more experience is mysteriously not helpful when it comes to flying airplanes (though just about any other profession would value real world experience.).
I can just see it; "I took the super tanker first mate college course, so I am just going to skip working my way up the ranks in smaller ships!".