Flight Schools and Universities
#11
So you want to be a pilot. Great.
Do you think that being a commercial pilot means you have to be an airline pilot?
Also, there is some good you can take from a university program, but you need to be well balanced and not have a degree in "aviation", as that isn't very useful. Your ratings and certificates and experience are what get you the job, not the degree. Aerospace engineering, aviation management and others are good choices. If you don't have a good way to fund this education, it's a very bad idea. You don't want to go a bunch into debt. Consider an on-line program or some other ideas.
Do you think that being a commercial pilot means you have to be an airline pilot?
Also, there is some good you can take from a university program, but you need to be well balanced and not have a degree in "aviation", as that isn't very useful. Your ratings and certificates and experience are what get you the job, not the degree. Aerospace engineering, aviation management and others are good choices. If you don't have a good way to fund this education, it's a very bad idea. You don't want to go a bunch into debt. Consider an on-line program or some other ideas.
#12
Disinterested Third Party
Joined APC: Jun 2012
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I love it. Ask for advice, then everyone gives you the advice of ,"Do not become a professional pilot," and you don't listen.
Since you have also repeatedly read over and over again what a waste of money the big name, big money aviation schools are, just go. You seem dead set on finding someone to tell you they are worth it.....
Since you have also repeatedly read over and over again what a waste of money the big name, big money aviation schools are, just go. You seem dead set on finding someone to tell you they are worth it.....
If someone wants to get into flying, have a ball. No reason not to. A masters degree is nothing special; it's not overqualification for a flying job. It's simply paperwork saying one has spent a little extra time in academia. It's no barrier to a flying career, and embarking on a flying career is NOT a waste of a perfectly good masters degree.
Lots of pilots out there with masters degrees.
One must be aware that flying for a career is a long slow process, and a great deal more time is spent at the entry level rungs, as a rule, than some other industries. However, if one wishes to fly for a living but gives it up to go do another job that one hates simply because one has a degree...what's the point.
A wise man once said that you should do something you love for a vocation, and if so doing, will never work another day in your life. Consider that carefully.
There is no good reason why someone who wants to undertake flying for a living shouldn't do so.
As for going to a flying university, absolutely not...no reason to do it, and it won't promote your career at all...particularly for someone who already holds a masters degree. All it will do is make the flying more expensive. Nobody cares that you went to Purdue or ERAU to learn to fly. Where you got your primary flight training, for the most part, is irrelevant. It's rare anyone has asked me where I learned to fly, and I can't imagine too many people who would care. Am I properly certificated and can I pass an interview and a checkride? It's enough.
Save your money for flying, rather than paying for a brand name that means nothing but to those who patronized the brand. You'll get more training done for less, in shorter time, and will come out ahead.
#13
Layover Master
Joined APC: Jan 2013
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I hope if my father and grandfather (RIP) were to give me the same advice, I'd listen. But, hey, I'm a guy, I had a rebellious streak once...
If you read further in the thread you will also I attempted to give constructive advice regarding the question.
Good luck.
#14
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Joined APC: Jun 2008
Position: If its got wings I'll fly it
Posts: 118
Since you already have a degree I would highly recommend buying a 172 and getting your ratings with it. You'll need to pay for some time in a complex and multi, but the 172 will get your private, instrument and time building done. The best part is your 172 you paid $50k for is probably worth $50k when you are done with it, or when you decide it's not for you anymore.
#16
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I appreciate the advice guys. All this information is helping me build a picture of how I will pursue my future endeavors. I have begun looking through ATP's and expect to start this summer. The financial burden of a large school like EBAU would be too much and I already have a degree. This will allow me to work while earning my ratings. Thanks for all the information guys!
#17
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Yes. Three people at least. EMB170, his father, and his grandfather. I would think the weight of the advice of a father who was a professional pilot would hold considerable weight. Maybe "over and over" was a bit dramatic, I'll admit that, but I think it holds its value. His own family is trying to help him break the cycle from their own experience, yet he does not heed it. Fine.
I hope if my father and grandfather (RIP) were to give me the same advice, I'd listen. But, hey, I'm a guy, I had a rebellious streak once...
If you read further in the thread you will also I attempted to give constructive advice regarding the question.
Good luck.
I hope if my father and grandfather (RIP) were to give me the same advice, I'd listen. But, hey, I'm a guy, I had a rebellious streak once...
If you read further in the thread you will also I attempted to give constructive advice regarding the question.
Good luck.
#18
New Hire
Joined APC: Aug 2012
Posts: 7
I appreciate the advice guys. All this information is helping me build a picture of how I will pursue my future endeavors. I have begun looking through ATP's and expect to start this summer. The financial burden of a large school like EBAU would be too much and I already have a degree. This will allow me to work while earning my ratings. Thanks for all the information guys!
#19
On Reserve
Joined APC: Nov 2010
Position: CFII
Posts: 11
The DoE actually does not recognize AABI in the United States. You would have to attend a school that is accredited by a nationally-recognized accrediting board to meet the proposed requirements.
#20
I would suggest Flight Safety Academy in Vero Beach, FL. I received my flight training there and loved every second. FSI is considered in the ivy league of aviation schools. You will be extremely prepared for a career when you are finished. Airlines prefer graduates of FSI when selecting candidates for hire. It is a bit pricey, but when you experience the quality of flight training and ground training, you'll know why.
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