Originally Posted by
Rebeldog
On the ameriflight website, it lists a whole bunch of pilot openings all over. Do they just keep those on there to let pilots know where each plane is or are they no joke jobs. Also, does the applicants preference have any bearing on what they give you?
Thanks!!
I haven't looked specifically but from what I know about our staffing in general they are likely no joke jobs. I believe we are currently staffed on E120 FOs (we have a class that is just finishing training) and we are getting better on PA31 and BE99 staffing. But we are still short on metro and BE1900 pilots. Those obviously require more experience to hire into. But as we can start to back fill the PA31 and BE99 positions, folks will be able to move up into the type rated planes.
Originally Posted by
Flyinlynn
Well that would be great but I am working second shift at my regular job so not giving much instruction. Since last June I have 50 hours given. Not too many students looking for instruction from 9 am to 1 PM window weekdays before I go to work at 2 PM.
I am a late career changer so I don't have many years left where I can fly for an airline. Basically wanting to retire early and fly for a living. I will be 58 next month and I make a good wage at my current employer of 24 years. I want to retire and draw my pension and fly but still need money for the house payment. Retiring and hoping I make enough money instructing is more than a little risky in Washington state with all our rain. That is why I am looking at Ameriflight for the hopefully consistent work and cash flow.
Got any suggestions based on my situation?
I know where you are at. I will be 59 in two months so moving to 121 ops really isn't an option for me either. Keep updating with recruiting. Also send me a PM and we can talk more specific. My office is about 25 feet from the recruiting office.