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Old 11-29-2008 | 06:05 PM
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I instructed for 900 hours in the early 90's and did a fair amount of multi-engine instructing in Apaches and C310s. I would however have to echo BZN, de727 and others regarding some single pilot 135 experience. That was priceless and prepared me for anything. I got to fly a Cherokee Lance at 1200 hours and then all models of Aerostars at 1500 hours, both single pilot. Tough market right now but when you get the 1200 hour IFR 135 minimums, start pumping out resumes it's a blast. Hand walk them into CP's office if you can it is so much better than sending resumes in the blind.

I'll also echo de727 and av8or in that the pay for a job crowd is looked down at from their peers higher than others might think. The pilot population and network is small, remember that when trying to build connections and interview for jobs. Pilots generally get to interview pilots. I would never help out someone from Go-Jets or other outfits that people try to shortcut and step over a fellow aviator.
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