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Old 13th Jun 2012, 09:40
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I'm assuming you're talking about corporate flying, yeah? What would be the roadmap for getting in to that pilot's seat?
And does being in US offer more/better prospects?
It's all about contacts re corporate. I am not overly familiar with the route in the US but look for flight schools that are based on airfields with corporate jets. Introduce yourself, make yourself known. Whilst at flight school, be courteous, professional and on time. If you can't be on time, call well in advance. It's those details and more that make an impression. I know one pilot who's flying a Hawker who started out towing banners. I think the usual path to get the experience would be Flight instructing/scenic flying in singles before moving onto piston twins.

Unfortunately, the pay when you start out sucks.

Regarding prospects? Oh yes. Definitely.
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