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Old 09-10-2021, 12:26 PM
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In the right situation, Civil Air Patrol can provide a lot of cheap/free flying. **this option might be annoying, but could be fruitful-- they are short pilots** Another great option is a flight club. Ours often as low time instrument pilots posting that they are looking for someone to go with them. I shy away from these, but if you were really motivated to build time it might work. Also builds a relationship for if they need an instructor.
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Old 09-21-2021, 02:07 AM
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I am very interested to do time-buiding. 300-500hours. Probably, it is going to take 3-6 months.

However, I need a place to stay. I can't stay in the expensive hotel. Anyone will to accommodate me?
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Old 09-24-2021, 09:38 PM
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Pocono Mountains Flying Club KMPO
VFR C150 $55/hr wet
IFR C150 $65/hr wet
CFI pay $45/hr cash (need instructors)
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Old 09-24-2021, 11:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Ottopilot View Post
Pocono Mountains Flying Club KMPO
VFR C150 $55/hr wet
IFR C150 $65/hr wet
CFI pay $45/hr cash (need instructors)
Good deal.

I can travel to any part of the States if any partner willing to accommodate me for few months.
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Old 09-25-2021, 11:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Baci View Post
Good deal.

I can travel to any part of the States if any partner willing to accommodate me for few months.
this is prob a spirit airlines type scam.

Add 15 bucks if you want it airworthy.

Add another 20 bucks if you want radios…

10 more bucks if you want padding in the seat…
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Old 09-26-2021, 10:19 PM
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Originally Posted by DontLookDown View Post
this is prob a spirit airlines type scam.
This is airline marketing/sales strategy. If it is hidden costs, then, I would say "scam".
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Old 11-03-2021, 12:56 PM
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Check out Odyssey Pilot Hours. They are in Colorado. They followed my page on Instagram, so I looked into them. Don't know much about them but it seems to be a safety pilot pairing operation. Provides housing, and quick time, if that's what you're looking for.
How do regionals like Odyssey & light sport ac?

Seems a bit expensive - I know it includes lodging.
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Old 11-16-2021, 01:21 PM
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I'm curious too how regionals look at paying for time building vs. being a CFI. I want to get through faster and cannot find a job as a CFI right now.
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Old 11-16-2021, 01:27 PM
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I've only got about 300 hours right now. Rather than wait 2-3 years teaching, why not just pay for the hours now and get done in 6 months? Any thoughts or advice is appreciated. THanks!
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Old 11-16-2021, 01:30 PM
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Originally Posted by flyingtime View Post
I'm curious too how regionals look at paying for time building vs. being a CFI. I want to get through faster and cannot find a job as a CFI right now.
Have you considered moving?
I literally found jobs online in 3 sec on Google.
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