Is CFI fastest way to 1500?
04-13-2016, 08:31 AM
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I dunno about that. I came to jets with 6000 of my 6,050 hours in piston aircraft. I found the transition to the CRJ quite straightforward. I'd done some flying in the Citation 525 series, and that plane is easier to fly than a Seneca with those cantankerous TSIO-360s.
I think every pilot is different. I witnessed plenty of 1500-hr CFIs sail right through RJ training, while a couple guys with significant turbine time struggled...
I think every pilot is different. I witnessed plenty of 1500-hr CFIs sail right through RJ training, while a couple guys with significant turbine time struggled...
04-13-2016, 08:42 AM
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Look into aerial survey. Not pipeline patrol. The company I worked for in 2011 had many pilots flying 150+ hours a month. The money was really good also. There are a few companies out there and I would be happy to provide recommendations if you want to pm me.
04-13-2016, 09:49 AM
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This.
I think instructing in various aircraft in various courses and pushing them to their limit everyday is an extremely valuable experience. It would be helpful to gain turboprop experience as well. Going from a light twin to a jet puts you very far behind the power curve.
What I will say is this. DON'T just go to the first thing that gives you the most hours without any regard to the company or the operation. The people who I've seen struggle the most in ground school are the ones who flew jumpers or banner towing for their entire time building experience.
I think instructing in various aircraft in various courses and pushing them to their limit everyday is an extremely valuable experience. It would be helpful to gain turboprop experience as well. Going from a light twin to a jet puts you very far behind the power curve.
What I will say is this. DON'T just go to the first thing that gives you the most hours without any regard to the company or the operation. The people who I've seen struggle the most in ground school are the ones who flew jumpers or banner towing for their entire time building experience.
04-13-2016, 05:06 PM
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04-13-2016, 08:23 PM
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Definitely look into aerial survey. I project 1500 TT end of August, so that's 250-1500 in about a year and that includes some slow months. Every vendor has its pluses and minuses, but you'll see the country for sure.
04-15-2016, 06:09 AM
#18
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Which 135 operator are you working for & are they hiring?
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04-15-2016, 09:30 AM
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Sent you a PM. Would like some more info on the aerial survey side of the house if you don't mind. Thanks.
04-16-2016, 05:55 PM
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Flight instructing is a great way to get to 1500. I really learned a lot of from my students and you get sharp and start to see things before they even happen. My school also did Part 91 flying so it was a good opportunity to build instrument, night, and cross country time. I started instructing with 280 hours and built over 1200 in a year. My school is in Long Island and is a Part 61 school.
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