Originally Posted by
Seven Left
USMC, I'm definitely willing to instruct. Not to toot my own horn, but seeing how I've dealt with other students in my flight school, I think I'd make a pretty good instructor. I think 2000TT to be competitive is a bit of a grim outlook, though (for regionals). Don't get me wrong at all, because I really do appreciate the input. I agree that flight instructors sticking around does a lot of good for students and flight schools, but saying that is much easier when you're already flying something that climbs above 14,000. Bottom line, I took out a $70,000 loan and got into training when the hiring was strong. Have I had to change my expectations? You bet. I just didn't (and still don't) expect to have to flight instruct to the point of getting near 2000 hours to be seriously considered for a job in the right seat. Perhaps I'm optimistic, but I think things will settle down again here real soon. Until then, I'm looking at anything I can do to build time. Thanks again for the input.
While competitive mins might not be that high right now or in the near future, just know it was that way for several years. When I was hired at Eagle (albeit many moons ago) I had about 1800tt and 800 multi. I was by far the
lowest time guy in the class. Keep building your time, resume, knowledge, and core of experience. It will serve you well in your pursuits regardless of what competitive mins happen to be. Remember, there is no shame in being ambitious and wanting to get a class date asap. It is, however, beyond shameful to aspire to get hired with as little experience (hard work) as possible. Good luck.
