I just changed jobs and filled out all the PRIA paperwork and like a good pilot I checked the little box that says "send me a copy of my stuff". Well today I get a letter back from my last employer stating:

"We are required to notify you that pursuant to Section 502 of PRIA, you have the right to a copy of the same records that will be supplied to the inquiring company. You indicated that you would like a copy of your records, however, please forward your written request with a check for $35.00 for your records, payable to:..."

First off, didnt I already send my written request with the PRIA record paperwork and second, WHAT THE HELL are they making a profit from me for my records? Has anyone else had this problem (I havent with any of my other employers). Is this legal? Thoughts? Suggestions??

Was your former employer Mesa?

No but I guess they arnt any better about screwing money out of their pilots.

I've requested my PRIA paper work a couple times before and never had to pay a dime FWIW...

I've heard of this before...its rediculous.

I have always recieved them for free from Eagle and the place I did my flight instruction. This is the first I have ever had anyone want money for it and I cant imagine it being right.

If you read the original PRIA form, it states that the operator may charge you a fee for the cost of sending you the records. I used to request a copy, but last round I just requested a copy from the FAA for that exact reason. If there is any reason you suspect an inaccurate response, pay the fee.

The FAA doesnt send you anyting but a copy of your certs. What good does that do for your training records?

Sounds like HULAS to me.

Yes, they can charge a fee. I would pay it though, that way you know what kind of dirt they have on you.

Does the FAA also get a copy of each PRIA return? I hadn't heard of that before.