hahaha, no not when signing checks, or documents, or anything else. Just, for instance, in the bottom block of your e-mails, or maybe on a business card, or a name plate, etc. Just curious to know what everyone does. I did a google search for the proper ettiquette for putting your credentials behind your name, and there's absolutely no concensus.

You've got a good point, since we're not doctors no one really cares hahaha. And I think a lot of people (including some of our "own" from the aviation community) would think it's a little pretentious.

I guess I'm just playing devils advocate here, but honestly, why the hell NOT (given the appropriate time and place)?! A doctor puts "MD" behind thier name because they're supposedly an expert in thier field. A licensed social worker puts thier credentials behind thier name, as do P.h.D's and people with Master's degrees. Why wouldn't a CERTIFIED flight instructor do the same. Obviously, the former(s) require a considerable amount of academic work, but I don't think there's a disparity between the amount of PRACTICAL work we do for that certificate. It is a serious commitment, and a small "fraternity."

But like I said, I think there are a lot of people who would argue against that, and I could certainly understand the validity of some of them.