Advice to an Old Guy
12-27-2018, 08:59 AM
#11
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Joined APC: May 2010
Position: Baja Vermont
Posts: 5,177
Originally Posted by mooneymite
You are the one who is mistaken.
While you may/may not be correct about CAE, or Simcon for part 91 (I have no experience), I can tell you after almost 30 years of Delta training and 12 years of NetJets supervised Flight Safety training that there is virtually no difference in standards. In fact, the training that Flight Saferty provides to NetJets is 121 training.
While you may/may not be correct about CAE, or Simcon for part 91 (I have no experience), I can tell you after almost 30 years of Delta training and 12 years of NetJets supervised Flight Safety training that there is virtually no difference in standards. In fact, the training that Flight Saferty provides to NetJets is 121 training.
Don’t go anywhere that has day waits in FBOs. Get a car, explore for lunch, do something or take a nap,
GF
Last edited by galaxy flyer; 12-27-2018 at 09:20 AM.
08-05-2021, 08:21 AM
#12
On Reserve
Joined APC: Sep 2014
Posts: 17
BUMP.
Quick question/advice. An old guy here (62) with lotso overall flying time but I have only been flying part-time recently. Military, CFI, etc. with a lonely 737 type never used. Looking to get back into the game full-time (without working too hard). I am not in it for the $. Rather QOL and "fun" flying.
Thoughts/ideas???
Quick question/advice. An old guy here (62) with lotso overall flying time but I have only been flying part-time recently. Military, CFI, etc. with a lonely 737 type never used. Looking to get back into the game full-time (without working too hard). I am not in it for the $. Rather QOL and "fun" flying.
Thoughts/ideas???
08-05-2021, 10:48 AM
#13
Pilot
Joined APC: Dec 2014
Position: Large cabin Bizjet
Posts: 448
Originally Posted by batf15
BUMP.
Quick question/advice. An old guy here (62) with lotso overall flying time but I have only been flying part-time recently. Military, CFI, etc. with a lonely 737 type never used. Looking to get back into the game full-time (without working too hard). I am not in it for the $. Rather QOL and "fun" flying.
Thoughts/ideas???
Quick question/advice. An old guy here (62) with lotso overall flying time but I have only been flying part-time recently. Military, CFI, etc. with a lonely 737 type never used. Looking to get back into the game full-time (without working too hard). I am not in it for the $. Rather QOL and "fun" flying.
Thoughts/ideas???
08-05-2021, 11:54 AM
#14
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Feb 2006
Position: B-737NG preferably in first class with a glass of champagne and caviar
Posts: 5,912
Originally Posted by batf15
BUMP.
Quick question/advice. An old guy here (62) with lotso overall flying time but I have only been flying part-time recently. Military, CFI, etc. with a lonely 737 type never used. Looking to get back into the game full-time (without working too hard). I am not in it for the $. Rather QOL and "fun" flying.
Thoughts/ideas???
Quick question/advice. An old guy here (62) with lotso overall flying time but I have only been flying part-time recently. Military, CFI, etc. with a lonely 737 type never used. Looking to get back into the game full-time (without working too hard). I am not in it for the $. Rather QOL and "fun" flying.
Thoughts/ideas???
08-06-2021, 04:07 AM
#15
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Jan 2014
Posts: 286
I got extremely lucky when I got laid off post 9/11 and got a great corporate job and a GV/GIV rating.
Coming from the airline, it was a total mindset shift. Some things I was warned about and others I had to learn from my mistakes.
First off...it’s ALL about doing what you need to do to accomplish the job. The “job” is getting the customer/owner where they want to go and make it look effortless in the process. You have to be a self starter—have a plan for every preflight but don’t get too invested in it. You’ll know when the fueler, ice, catering, flight plan/permits/arrival info and even newspapers should be there. After a while, the hair will stand up on the back of your neck when something isn’t happening.
I really miss this type of flying and fully intend on returning once I retire. (Which could be next trip if the current insanity continues!😜
Keep your chin up, smile, let the bad days roll off your back and don’t get involved in any *****ing or hangar politics. We tend to “sport *****” in the airlines. That doesn’t fly in corporate. Keep a good attitude and don’t complain—if you have a problem, discuss it privately and professionally with the Chief Pilot. Sometimes the Chief IS the problem. Sometimes you just have to push through keeping a good attitude until the problem gets resolved.
But, the bottom line is keep a good attitude, stay motivated and try to enjoy every trip.
TC
Coming from the airline, it was a total mindset shift. Some things I was warned about and others I had to learn from my mistakes.
First off...it’s ALL about doing what you need to do to accomplish the job. The “job” is getting the customer/owner where they want to go and make it look effortless in the process. You have to be a self starter—have a plan for every preflight but don’t get too invested in it. You’ll know when the fueler, ice, catering, flight plan/permits/arrival info and even newspapers should be there. After a while, the hair will stand up on the back of your neck when something isn’t happening.
I really miss this type of flying and fully intend on returning once I retire. (Which could be next trip if the current insanity continues!😜
Keep your chin up, smile, let the bad days roll off your back and don’t get involved in any *****ing or hangar politics. We tend to “sport *****” in the airlines. That doesn’t fly in corporate. Keep a good attitude and don’t complain—if you have a problem, discuss it privately and professionally with the Chief Pilot. Sometimes the Chief IS the problem. Sometimes you just have to push through keeping a good attitude until the problem gets resolved.
But, the bottom line is keep a good attitude, stay motivated and try to enjoy every trip.
TC
08-06-2021, 07:49 AM
#16
All is fine at .79
Joined APC: Sep 2016
Position: Paahlot
Posts: 4,084
Originally Posted by batf15
BUMP.
Quick question/advice. An old guy here (62) with lotso overall flying time but I have only been flying part-time recently. Military, CFI, etc. with a lonely 737 type never used. Looking to get back into the game full-time (without working too hard). I am not in it for the $. Rather QOL and "fun" flying.
Thoughts/ideas???
Quick question/advice. An old guy here (62) with lotso overall flying time but I have only been flying part-time recently. Military, CFI, etc. with a lonely 737 type never used. Looking to get back into the game full-time (without working too hard). I am not in it for the $. Rather QOL and "fun" flying.
Thoughts/ideas???
FlyExclusive
08-08-2021, 05:36 AM
#17
Line Holder
Joined APC: Jul 2019
Position: 121
Posts: 41
Originally Posted by ocskyguy
Retirement from an international airline is looming. Have an opportunity to stick around and teach in the simulators, but really like flying. Live on the East Coast within easy drive of TEB, PHL and ILG. Any advice on who might be interested in a pilot who has spent his entire career doing international flying. Also, am the next gen go to guy at the airline for all things data.
Just looking for advice on a foot in the door...
Just looking for advice on a foot in the door...
If you have a solid flying background and recent experience the larger fractionals would probably be interested (Flexjet, Netjets). Lots of ex-airline and military guys hired at my fractional throughout the years. Of course, the preference is for folks with prior corporate/private experience but a positive attitude and flexibility will make it happen. Decent starting salaries and home basing. Have an understanding of what fractional flying is all about and how it operates though......
08-09-2021, 05:14 AM
#18
Tin Can Time
Joined APC: Jul 2013
Position: Entitled Newb
Posts: 168
Originally Posted by ocskyguy
Retirement from an international airline is looming. Have an opportunity to stick around and teach in the simulators, but really like flying. Live on the East Coast within easy drive of TEB, PHL and ILG. Any advice on who might be interested in a pilot who has spent his entire career doing international flying. Also, am the next gen go to guy at the airline for all things data.
Just looking for advice on a foot in the door...
Thx,
Skyguy...
Just looking for advice on a foot in the door...
Thx,
Skyguy...
PM sent if you have any questions.
08-10-2021, 06:46 AM
#19
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Joined APC: Jan 2014
Posts: 1,294
Originally Posted by mooneymite
You are the one who is mistaken.
While you may/may not be correct about CAE, or Simcon for part 91 (I have no experience), I can tell you after almost 30 years of Delta training and 12 years of NetJets supervised Flight Safety training that there is virtually no difference in standards. In fact, the training that Flight Saferty provides to NetJets is 121 training.
While you may/may not be correct about CAE, or Simcon for part 91 (I have no experience), I can tell you after almost 30 years of Delta training and 12 years of NetJets supervised Flight Safety training that there is virtually no difference in standards. In fact, the training that Flight Saferty provides to NetJets is 121 training.
But not 121. Not even close.
08-10-2021, 12:44 PM
#20
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Joined APC: Dec 2008
Position: B737 CA
Posts: 307
Originally Posted by batf15
BUMP.
Quick question/advice. An old guy here (62) with lotso overall flying time but I have only been flying part-time recently. Military, CFI, etc. with a lonely 737 type never used. Looking to get back into the game full-time (without working too hard). I am not in it for the $. Rather QOL and "fun" flying.
Thoughts/ideas???
Quick question/advice. An old guy here (62) with lotso overall flying time but I have only been flying part-time recently. Military, CFI, etc. with a lonely 737 type never used. Looking to get back into the game full-time (without working too hard). I am not in it for the $. Rather QOL and "fun" flying.
Thoughts/ideas???
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