Seems to me that a good plan "B" is usually right under your nose. Most of us use to do something before flying. Some of us may come from a family business or have a trade already. Plan "B" does not have to be complicated or all that glamorous. Fancy college degrees and new certifications may lead to a better life however the answer may be closer than you think.

As for myself in past furloughs I would build a house to keep from going stir crazy while waiting for the next flying gig. When looking back at my finical history I realized to my shock that I did better during the times when I was laid off than when I was actually working full time as a pilot.

When my time came I took a leap of faith and built houses full time as real estate investments. My job is not glamorous and I actually work at times but I am home, am the master of my own destiny and make as much as I had hoped to as a pilot. I believe in my future again and am happy to be able to provide the life for my wife and children that they deserve.

My plan "B" is now reaching its conclusion and I am considering the next step.


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