Originally Posted by
AUJeep
I've got a few questions...
So here's my situation. Currently have a good job that I enjoy, but there's not a lot of opportunity for advancement. Flying is what I'm determined to eventually do. And being able to live comfortably would eventually be the goal while doing so. I'm currently getting my PPL and have a chance to keep my current job, adjust the hours I work, finish my PPL, build hours, and could potentially slide to part time with my current job if I can start making some money/time build in aviation.
1) After you get your PPL, what is going to be your first paid job flying? (yes I'm aware that there could be multiple answers to this, just trying to get some ideas in addition to instructing). I'm in Nashville if that helps with specific answers.
In short...there are NO/NONE/ZERO paid flying jobs after your private. You can not be compensated for flying until after your commercial rating. That'll be when you have ~250-300 hours.
The bad part...that's only when you CAN get paid. A job for a low time commercial pilot can be hard to find. It's best to get your instructor ratings as it'll likely be your first chance to earn money as a pilot.