Rusty military pilot considering applying
01-15-2018, 08:39 AM
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Originally Posted by CTheisen
Guys, quick update. I had to get my medical squared away which took a couple of months, but now Class 1 in hand, flight review done, a couple of months of study (and simming in X-plane) under my belt. Also, got my commercial with centerline restriction removed and DC-10 type rating added at the local FSDO, as recommended. IPC and night currencies will be done this week.
Thanks so much for the roadmap all of you laid out. It was instrumental in giving me a direction and set of goals to accomplish before applying. Knocking the rust off was both fun and challenging and I feel like a pilot again which is awesome.
Thanks so much for the roadmap all of you laid out. It was instrumental in giving me a direction and set of goals to accomplish before applying. Knocking the rust off was both fun and challenging and I feel like a pilot again which is awesome.
I use American Flyers every two years to renew it. I'm guessing you are considering the Regionals at this point?
01-15-2018, 12:22 PM
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Originally Posted by 155mm
Congrats! You should consider the CFI mil comp exam as well since you were an IP. Sheppard Air Flight Test 5.0 Prep Software ATP, Flight Engineer, Mil Comp - FAA Airline Transport Pilot
I use American Flyers every two years to renew it. I'm guessing you are considering the Regionals at this point?
I use American Flyers every two years to renew it. I'm guessing you are considering the Regionals at this point?
01-15-2018, 12:25 PM
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Quick question - in getting my IPC done this week is it necessary to do it in a multi-engine?
If the regionals are just wanting to see currency then I'll save a considerable number of bucks and just do it in a C172. 99%+ of my previous time is multi-engine turbine IFR flying.
If the regionals are just wanting to see currency then I'll save a considerable number of bucks and just do it in a C172. 99%+ of my previous time is multi-engine turbine IFR flying.
01-15-2018, 03:00 PM
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Originally Posted by CTheisen
Quick question - in getting my IPC done this week is it necessary to do it in a multi-engine?
If the regionals are just wanting to see currency then I'll save a considerable number of bucks and just do it in a C172. 99%+ of my previous time is multi-engine turbine IFR flying.
If the regionals are just wanting to see currency then I'll save a considerable number of bucks and just do it in a C172. 99%+ of my previous time is multi-engine turbine IFR flying.
01-15-2018, 03:04 PM
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Originally Posted by CTheisen
Is the CFI there for a square filler on the qualifications or is it also useful for another purpose? It doesn't seem difficult to do but I wasn't sure what the benefits are.
Did I mention you earned it so, what the hell? Finally, every KC10 guy I had as an instructor was awesome so you guys have a lot to offer. I also was a former designated examiner and made some extra money during the slow times in the airline industry. It's up to you but once again, its a no-brainer because guess what? You earned it!
01-15-2018, 03:27 PM
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Originally Posted by BeatNavy
Instrument currency is dependent on acft category, not class. 61.57 (c/d). So single engine is fine. Guessing most regionals won’t care about currency at this point, either. I’d be surprised if it was even necessary, though it probably wouldn’t hurt to do anyway. Good luck!
01-15-2018, 03:28 PM
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Originally Posted by 155mm
Well first of all, you earned it. Secondly, if you lose a medical and want to fly or sim instruct at the airlines/simulator centers, its a great backup. Doesn't have much utility in the airline setting as a line pilot but I've been instructing the kids, nephew helping out the Boy Scouts and they now have a jump start.
Did I mention you earned it so, what the hell? Finally, every KC10 guy I had as an instructor was awesome so you guys have a lot to offer. I also was a former designated examiner and made some extra money during the slow times in the airline industry. It's up to you but once again, its a no-brainer because guess what? You earned it!
Did I mention you earned it so, what the hell? Finally, every KC10 guy I had as an instructor was awesome so you guys have a lot to offer. I also was a former designated examiner and made some extra money during the slow times in the airline industry. It's up to you but once again, its a no-brainer because guess what? You earned it!
Good points all! Thanks, I will go ahead and knock that out.
And thanks for the comment about KC-10 instructors. Thinking about my training in that plane I had great experiences with all of my instructors there.
01-15-2018, 10:43 PM
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I recently read on here about a mil guy out of the cockpit for 20 years. He did nothing: Showed up day one of regional training, and had no problems.
PSA, Piedmont, Envoy are all owned by AA and have direct flow to AA... No interview, no nothing, just wait your turn.
Endeavor had probably the best pay, and guaranteed interview at DAL.
A lot of places have a guarantee with UAL to take their psych test... If u pass u get an interview.
Skywest, Air WI are considered decent. Republic, probably next, then Compass, TSA. Just flew with 3 Expressjet guys who said Mesa is better then Expressjet. Horizon, GoJet also hiring a lot.
A lot of pilots like Cape Air... They are a specialized carrier in the NE. Alaska has great jobs if u live up there.
PSA, Piedmont, Envoy are all owned by AA and have direct flow to AA... No interview, no nothing, just wait your turn.
Endeavor had probably the best pay, and guaranteed interview at DAL.
A lot of places have a guarantee with UAL to take their psych test... If u pass u get an interview.
Skywest, Air WI are considered decent. Republic, probably next, then Compass, TSA. Just flew with 3 Expressjet guys who said Mesa is better then Expressjet. Horizon, GoJet also hiring a lot.
A lot of pilots like Cape Air... They are a specialized carrier in the NE. Alaska has great jobs if u live up there.
01-16-2018, 05:57 AM
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Originally Posted by atpcliff
I recently read on here about a mil guy out of the cockpit for 20 years. He did nothing: Showed up day one of regional training, and had no problems.
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