Originally Posted by nick@FL350
Where would I look for more research on traffic watch in southern california? How do they pay their employes? Reason I ask is because I own a fraction of a piper cherokee and would be interested in using it to my benefit before I sell my portion. Thanks so much
Most, if not all, airplane traffic watch contracts in Los Angeles are held by Exodus in Lancaster. They fly 172's under contract for Metro Traffic and, speaking from experience, I don't believe you'll have much luck obtaining a contract on your own. If I recall correctly, Metro is part of Clear Channel Communications. Mike Nolan flys the contract for KBIG and KOST using his own 182 so that's not an option.
I had about 500TT when hired to fly traffic watch (the company no longer has the contract) but I was also a friend of the Chief Pilot. In aviation, it's not what you know but WHO you know.
Whatever you decide, do NOT attend Gulfstream or agree to fly for free. You'll only be doing yourself a disservice in the future.
We all were low-time at one time. Don't despair - your time will come.
Good luck.
Peace
SF