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Old 17th Apr 2010, 12:14
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eocvictim
 
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If doing a V1 is all you want to do, why not just do Jollies for a flying school/local aeroclub or even try for the float plane mob on the harbour. You'd probably earn the same amount and you'll get similar hours without the headaches.

I'm actually surprised no one has mentioned Insurance. If you're a low time pilot with no outside experience, even if you get an AOC or approved to operate under someone else’s (which is going to be extremely difficult) insurance will be immense!

What type and whose aircraft are you planning on using? Joy flights are usually priced similarly to the solo rate of the aircraft so just hiring is out of the question. Even if it was an option we're back to insurance because the hirer's insurance wont cover you.

"If you want to make a small fortune in aviation, start with a large one".
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