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Old 12-29-2016 | 05:01 PM
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CAK4000
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Default Looking to Get Back In

I was looking to get some feedback from the group; I'm looking at possibly getting back into professional aviation after a fairly long period of time off. I previously flew Part 121 for PSA Airlines, with my last flight being August of 2002 (about 14 years ago). Family requirements at the time just didn't make continuing at that point a possibly, so I reluctantly went back to my prior job in Engineering. Now fast forward 14 years and my situation has changed, and I'm exploring my options. In those 14 years I have stayed basically current, kept my CFI renewals up to date, and have done some instructing part time just to keep my hand in it. In addition, I'm fortunate because I do really enjoy flight instructing. At this time I'm 53 years old, have my ATP, about 3500 hours total, about 2700 multi flying for PSA and 135 freight, about 150 turbine PIC flying 135 freight, and I do still meet the requirements for a class 1 medical. I guess my questions are;
  • Is it too late to make a run at it?
  • What are some ways to get back in?
  • What are the thoughts as to going regional, fractional, or corporate?
  • My recent experience is lacking - about how much time should I plan on logging before I might attract any interest?
I appreciate any feedback anyone might have. This is the first post I've made, and I'm really trying to figure out how to get my ducks in a row.
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