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Old 18th July 1999 | 14:23
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Hugh Jarse
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Lear, I would be VERY cautious about anyone who says that they will employ you upon completion of your course. Most of them will tell you anything to get your business.

Most of them will only employ you on a casual basis. You can be expected to turn up for work 6 to 7 days a week, man (person) the phones, conduct marketing for the company, and use your business skills. You will also do ground school and the occasional instructional flight. For that you will probably be paid less than award, and ONLY for the flight instruction content. The rest you will be expected to do for free.

I am sorry to paint a less than rosy picture of the industry, but that is the way it generally is. Yes, there are reputable companies out there who will look after you, however the description above generally is correct.

BTW, you don't say how much experience you have.

No disrespect intended Lear, but I am unable to see how a new Commercial Pilot with the minimum CAO hours would have sufficient experience to train others.

My advice is be very careful, and don't discount other paths to further your experience level.

[This message has been edited by Hugh Jarse (edited 18 July 1999).]