CFI shortage...my problem?
03-01-2008 | 07:57 AM
#23
Gets Weekends Off
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Actually, it has a lot to do with it. We've got 40 instructors and presently there are none that are planning to go to a regional job anytime soon. I'm trying to save $$ to open up some options, but going somewhere else just isn't discussed in our crew room on a regular basis.
Families, homes, and financial situations dictate staying at a stable job instead of jumping into a unstable segment of the industry at an uncertain time just for the sake of doing whatever it is the people seem to think that they need to do by going to the regionals.
Families, homes, and financial situations dictate staying at a stable job instead of jumping into a unstable segment of the industry at an uncertain time just for the sake of doing whatever it is the people seem to think that they need to do by going to the regionals.
03-01-2008 | 04:40 PM
#24
Big Poppa
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Well, this might be a sign for times to come... hopefully. This is an exert from my flight school's website.
"In addition, it has been increasingly difficult to attract and maintain quality instructors during the current shortage of pilots. We will be making a small adjustment to the instruction pricing in order to remain competitive in the pilot market. Thanks for your support and understanding. Please direct any questions you may have to __ or __."
"In addition, it has been increasingly difficult to attract and maintain quality instructors during the current shortage of pilots. We will be making a small adjustment to the instruction pricing in order to remain competitive in the pilot market. Thanks for your support and understanding. Please direct any questions you may have to __ or __."
03-02-2008 | 06:22 PM
#25
New Hire
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What are the restrictions?
Does the FAA have a restriction for airline pilots flying for their airline, and instructing? If so, what are they?
Maybe the FAA should relax the rules on duty time for airline pilots doing instruction in their spare time. How many highly experienced pilots/CFI's are sitting reserve with nothing to do (me) that would be happy to work with the next generation. Only problem is, people say it will cost me my job if I do....
Hey nice Avatar!
03-02-2008 | 06:34 PM
#27
Big Poppa
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Not directly, but if it conflicts with the airline schedule, you will be in trouble. But in 121, you cannot work more then 100 hours a month, that includes instructing, even though it is not 121. you can fly all the hours you want as long as you're not being compensated for it. But if you instruct 15 hours a month and you reach 85 hours at your job and you can't fly anymore because of it, your airline may not be too happy with you. That is how I understand it from studying the FAR's.
03-04-2008 | 06:41 PM
#28
Line Holder
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I enjoyed a 45K instructing job and left for a 24K regional job. My justification was earnings potential. I was probably already maxed out at 45K. When I upgrade at my regional I'll be making upwards of 60K. The money might not be great, but there's definitely an advantage by beginning your career and getting that seniority ticking. First year has been tough, but I'm actually making it. Second year should be a festival.
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