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Old 12-22-2008 | 08:00 AM
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bubi352
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How does someone become a ferry pilot? Simple. Fly alongside with a ferry pilot. You would be surprised at how many ferry pilots would take you onboard. You won't be paid and you will have to go through your own expenses. The accepted standard in the industry is 5 crossings before any ferry companies and insurance let you go. You fail to mention one thing. Is the trip insured? I doubt it with your level of experience and again this time of the year. Keep in mind insurance is required as soon as you step foot in Iceland or any other European countries. Fines are heavy.

You reached 1200 total time and it is really good. We all have been there but this is also the point where a lot of pilots feel like they have seen everything aviation can throw at them. The North Atlantic is not a place to learn.

Sorry to be harsh girl but you have to understand and respect the mission. Bottom line, if you are smart, pair up with a ferry pilot and do this trip several times. You will get the same joy out of it. The only difference is you will see everything through the eyes of an experienced ferry pilot who will teach you the do's and don'ts of this trip.

One last note, I am pretty sure you can do this trip with two pilots. You don't need to carry full fuel (175 gallons) with the legs you plan to fly.