I just re-read my last post and realized that it was a tad rude. That wasn’t my intention.

In short there is no easy way to skip the line and avoid the long and drawn out process that we’ve all had to endure. I actually think that instructing makes you a better pilot, especially at that stage of your career. Plus If you keep your certificates current you have something to fall back on if you find yourself in a turbulent time in the industry. (I.E. now.)