Originally Posted by
AirborneGuy
Hello everyone, I just received my PPL and am looking to do all of my instrument rating, commercial rating and multi rating at the same time. I am interested in flying turbo props for a living. I was told to come to this site and would receive assistance and some guidance on what to do after I get the instrument, multi, and commercial ratings. Can anyone guide a new guy to the light, on the next steps? Is it just flight time or anything else?
Thank you!
Congratulations. After you complete your ratings you will need to build your flight time. Getting your CFI and becoming an instructor is a popular option. There are other ways as well, like banner flying, aerial mapping, pipeline survey and traffic watch. I never got my CFI and went to a 135 operator in the right seat (Co-pilot) and built up my total time. I only made $1000 a month and work almost everyday but I got flight time quick. Getting enough multi time can be challenging, so work hard for it. Check out Ameriflight, they might have a right seat program. Flying turbo props is fun and keep in mind that you aviation goals will probably evolve as you progress. It’s seems to be good time to be a commercial aviator. Best of luck on your career progress.