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Originally Posted by STILL GROUNDED
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I am flying the Beech 1900 at a regional right now, is there any benefit to my getting PIC time in this airplane? Would there be any value to me as an applicant to get on with a company flying long haul big jets or should I take the available upgrande in an ERJ or CRJ. .......................
What are your thoughts on what maybe more beneficial?.
Twin Turbine PIC is worth something even if it is a Beech 1900. Get as much PIC time as you can. If given an opportunity to fly something bigger.......do it.
Don't pass up an option to get bigger more quality time.....Corp Jets, RJ's maybe even a non sked or charter outfits. Fly Skydivers in DC-3's or Twin Otters or Shorts sky vans on Sat/Sun. Think of every move as a stepping stone.
Ensure you have a Bachelor degree and Major in something worthwhile just in case you need to fall back on it later.
Ensure you get all your ratings........Comm /INST/MEL and ATP and a type rating if you can get it, especially if someone else pays for it.
Stay healthy and try to stay in decent physical shape.
Network with as many Airline Pilots as you can and stay in touch.
Keep your record clean, no violations /accidents and don't get any DUI's or arrested for something stupid. You will have to pass a background check.
Set realistic Goals, have your dream sheet but apply to everyone. Don't put all your eggs in one basket. Don't get discouraged..(easier said than done).
Something will materialze.
Good Luck..........