Originally Posted by
PilotDreamer
Hi my fellow cloud surfers
I’m a FA for a regional currently. I live near MCO, and am based out of DCA the commute is a blessing. Recently I was granted GLT (part-time), after recently purchasing the ASA Private Pilot Kit and completing my first discovery flight— I mustard up the courage to ask my grandmother to co-sign on my student loan. On May 1 at 8:55pm she said “no”. Then followed up with “you should of thought about that before having Cordell” (my 5 year old son). I asked “How do you expect me to expidite the process of moving out when I can’t afford to?” Her response “Go apply for one of those government funded houses and get a stay-at-home job working from a computer.” I am near death — I can barley breath since hearing this from someone who was once proud that I am (yes, still at 30 years old) the only grand child who achieved a BS degree (in Event Management/Hospitality from UCF).
I am planning to pay for my private pilot license out of pocket for $4,220 from Air America Flight Center in Daytona Beach. Is there any recommendations from you all? I still believe I can achieve my dream, I am just praying that this is possible within 3 years maximum.
Help. xo
Why the 3 yr minimum?
P.s. I heard lots of no’s. Could not get a co-signed. The ones who wanted to co-sign had bad Credit. So I paid as I went.
If it’s truly a dream and not just words, you will not give up no matter your age or time frame. Be realistic, give yourself time, Save, Have a Budget, Stick to it. You can’t have fun and eat out and go for ur dreams, takes a little sacrifice (unless your norms rich, or will family house to take out a loan on).
Some commuter/regionals have employee programs where they pay for your ratings. Piedmont, Envoy Air has one.
Keep doing ur research, keep studying, be determined and stay focus and on a budget/spending track, keep dreaming, and keep taking care of your family.You will achieve your goals. If ur able, also try Uber and Lift part time to save money for flying. Save a good amount to nearly finish before you get started. Study and take practice written exams & get your Medical done before you get started.