Low Cost Multi
11-30-2018, 05:46 AM
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Low Cost Multi
Hi All,
I'm a 1600hr pilot (COM, ASEL) that is considering switching careers to the airlines. As far as I can tell, I have all the ratings and time that I need to get into the regionals except for Multi.
Most of the flight schools around my area are asking $400-$600/hr for a twin. This seems pretty high to me. Can someone point me towards a more reasonable option? I was expecting $200-$250/hr, but maybe my expectations are not realistic.
Location: I'm in NC, but will travel to an alternate location if the costs make since.
Goal: I need my multi endorsement as well as 25-50hrs of multi time. If possible, I would prefer to do most of this solo after becoming proficient in the twin. It seems that may not be possible due to insurance requirements though.
Timeline: Now. I want to get this knocked out ASAP. My time is extremely flexible.
Thanks in advance for any help!
Greg
I'm a 1600hr pilot (COM, ASEL) that is considering switching careers to the airlines. As far as I can tell, I have all the ratings and time that I need to get into the regionals except for Multi.
Most of the flight schools around my area are asking $400-$600/hr for a twin. This seems pretty high to me. Can someone point me towards a more reasonable option? I was expecting $200-$250/hr, but maybe my expectations are not realistic.
Location: I'm in NC, but will travel to an alternate location if the costs make since.
Goal: I need my multi endorsement as well as 25-50hrs of multi time. If possible, I would prefer to do most of this solo after becoming proficient in the twin. It seems that may not be possible due to insurance requirements though.
Timeline: Now. I want to get this knocked out ASAP. My time is extremely flexible.
Thanks in advance for any help!
Greg
11-30-2018, 05:55 AM
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Originally Posted by Bandit 5
Hi All,
I'm a 1600hr pilot (COM, ASEL) that is considering switching careers to the airlines. As far as I can tell, I have all the ratings and time that I need to get into the regionals except for Multi.
Most of the flight schools around my area are asking $400-$600/hr for a twin. This seems pretty high to me. Can someone point me towards a more reasonable option? I was expecting $200-$250/hr, but maybe my expectations are not realistic.
Location: I'm in NC, but will travel to an alternate location if the costs make since.
Goal: I need my multi endorsement as well as 25-50hrs of multi time. If possible, I would prefer to do most of this solo after becoming proficient in the twin. It seems that may not be possible due to insurance requirements though.
Timeline: Now. I want to get this knocked out ASAP. My time is extremely flexible.
Thanks in advance for any help!
Greg
I'm a 1600hr pilot (COM, ASEL) that is considering switching careers to the airlines. As far as I can tell, I have all the ratings and time that I need to get into the regionals except for Multi.
Most of the flight schools around my area are asking $400-$600/hr for a twin. This seems pretty high to me. Can someone point me towards a more reasonable option? I was expecting $200-$250/hr, but maybe my expectations are not realistic.
Location: I'm in NC, but will travel to an alternate location if the costs make since.
Goal: I need my multi endorsement as well as 25-50hrs of multi time. If possible, I would prefer to do most of this solo after becoming proficient in the twin. It seems that may not be possible due to insurance requirements though.
Timeline: Now. I want to get this knocked out ASAP. My time is extremely flexible.
Thanks in advance for any help!
Greg
12-01-2018, 08:59 PM
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I'm in the same boat as you, after asking around at the shop, best I've found is Rocky Mountain Airport. Seminole at $189/hr wet, and I think the CFI price is reasonable.
http://www.rmflight.com/n144ru---seminole.html
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12-02-2018, 04:58 AM
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There is a Piper Apache in Florida for $209 an hour.
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Here is another Piper Apache in Florida for $210 an hour.
http://ridgelandingairpark.com/aircraft-rentals/
Is anyone familiar with these outfits in Florida?
Aircraft Rental
Here is another Piper Apache in Florida for $210 an hour.
http://ridgelandingairpark.com/aircraft-rentals/
Is anyone familiar with these outfits in Florida?
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12-02-2018, 06:22 AM
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Originally Posted by EhV8R
I'm in the same boat as you, after asking around at the shop, best I've found is Rocky Mountain Airport. Seminole at $189/hr wet, and I think the CFI price is reasonable.
N144RU
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The Apaches in Florida will probably be able to maintain flight on one engine due to the low altitude of the Florida airports, but they will still be 60 year old airframes.
The Twin Comanche is about ten years newer, and a more challenging aircraft to fly well. With a 6,600' single engine ceiling, it has the best performance. Get GOOD training, not minimum checkout with an experienced Twin Comanche instructor.
Joe
Joe
12-03-2018, 04:43 PM
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Originally Posted by EhV8R
I'm in the same boat as you, after asking around at the shop, best I've found is Rocky Mountain Airport. Seminole at $189/hr wet, and I think the CFI price is reasonable.
N144RU
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