Originally Posted by
Firefly727
I'm relatively new here, and this is a great discussion about PIC time. Understanding the differences of sole manipulator vs aircraft commander, how do most companies (135 / charter, not necessarily 121) view time spent as a CFI? I spent about 4 years in the 121 world as FE and FO, never CAPT (about 20 years ago). I have since been flying as CFI on the side while being a career firefighter to support my family. I'm looking to get back into flying full time soon and would appreciate all of your thoughts on this. TIA for your input.
CFI time is a whole different animal. per FAR 61.51 you may log the time as PIC because you are acting as a certified flight instructor.
Let me ask you this though. During your time as an F.O. or F.E. at your 121 gig, did you ever log that time as PIC?
Thought not.