FIC or TR? Advice Please
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Flying Fortunes,
Good post, and reading the replies I have found to be a breath of fresh air. I cannot offer any advice, however I am in the same boat as you, I have just started a FIC. TR not an option for me right now, all my pocket money has run out, dam Seneca at five quid a minute
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Just out of interest how many of you guys out there still teach on a part time basis, even though you are flying the big stuff commercially? Like you all, I am keen to fly jets commercially, however, would like to think I will still teach part time and share that valuable experience and enthusiasm with like minded youngsters or older guys, on my days off. I would imagine if you are flying short haul it would be difficult to fit it in, but what about long haul, with your days off? There are a couple of guys down at my local club who are B777 pilots and still teach in light aircraft. I think this is great. These guys have achieved their goals and are keen to share their experiences and enthusiasm, its nice to give something back.
Anyway FF, good luck with what you decide. Once I finish the FIC I am looking forward to taking on my first student, 18 year old blonde
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All the best.
Good post, and reading the replies I have found to be a breath of fresh air. I cannot offer any advice, however I am in the same boat as you, I have just started a FIC. TR not an option for me right now, all my pocket money has run out, dam Seneca at five quid a minute
.Just out of interest how many of you guys out there still teach on a part time basis, even though you are flying the big stuff commercially? Like you all, I am keen to fly jets commercially, however, would like to think I will still teach part time and share that valuable experience and enthusiasm with like minded youngsters or older guys, on my days off. I would imagine if you are flying short haul it would be difficult to fit it in, but what about long haul, with your days off? There are a couple of guys down at my local club who are B777 pilots and still teach in light aircraft. I think this is great. These guys have achieved their goals and are keen to share their experiences and enthusiasm, its nice to give something back.
Anyway FF, good luck with what you decide. Once I finish the FIC I am looking forward to taking on my first student, 18 year old blonde
.All the best.
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CAT 3C - currently flying tprops but manage a bit of ad hoc instruction. It's not too much of a problem finding the time more a case of inclination believe it or not!! - I know, I can hear the cries of ' sacrilege ' - however, if you've had a busy month you get a bit tuckered and days off away from aviation become very attractive propositions indeed.
Yes, it is in many ways a refreshing change from the proper job (which I enjoy thoroughly) - what really cracks me up is how small the C152/PA28 seems!!
It is also rewarding and enjoyable to share your experiences and to hopefully encourage aspiring pilots whether they are aiming for PPL or higher.
Regards, Sid
Yes, it is in many ways a refreshing change from the proper job (which I enjoy thoroughly) - what really cracks me up is how small the C152/PA28 seems!!
It is also rewarding and enjoyable to share your experiences and to hopefully encourage aspiring pilots whether they are aiming for PPL or higher.Regards, Sid
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I fly commercially and still do a bit of part time instruction when I can. I still enjoy it as much as I did when I started, if not more! However if you have had 5 early starts in a row, then light aircraft flying on your days off might not be that appealing. However I do try and do as much instruction, when I can - nicer on a month when the roster is a bit quieter!
It is a nice and refreshing change to do some flying which is in a relaxed atmosphere where there are no timetables to keep to, no missing passengers to worry about and you have the chance to fly at low level and enjoy the view.
Most airlines won't have a problem with you instructing however if cash changed hands for my services then my company regards that as duty time and could limit how much flying I can do on my roster. I just get any money put into a kitty and I can use it when I wish to hire a Cessna and go for a jolly on my own - which is the best fun of all!
It is a nice and refreshing change to do some flying which is in a relaxed atmosphere where there are no timetables to keep to, no missing passengers to worry about and you have the chance to fly at low level and enjoy the view.
Most airlines won't have a problem with you instructing however if cash changed hands for my services then my company regards that as duty time and could limit how much flying I can do on my roster. I just get any money put into a kitty and I can use it when I wish to hire a Cessna and go for a jolly on my own - which is the best fun of all!
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sidtheesexist and Mister Geezer,
I think it is great that you guys take the time out to instruct in your spare time, nothing like an enthusiastic instructor. If I ever get the oppotunity to fly the heavies, I will most definately adopt that attitude.
Cavallier, greetings there sir, you have surfaced back to the realms of PPRUNE. I am glad you are still responding to my posts. I thought scum like me would not be worthy of a response from a potential A330 pilot
. Oh yes, Cavallier the stud, with all the female students, someone will have to take them on . Can I book myself into the left or maybe the right hand seat of the Seneca next Tuesday? Perhaps you can laugh at my ILS into Bouremouth? See you soon mate.
I think it is great that you guys take the time out to instruct in your spare time, nothing like an enthusiastic instructor. If I ever get the oppotunity to fly the heavies, I will most definately adopt that attitude.
Cavallier, greetings there sir, you have surfaced back to the realms of PPRUNE. I am glad you are still responding to my posts. I thought scum like me would not be worthy of a response from a potential A330 pilot
. Oh yes, Cavallier the stud, with all the female students, someone will have to take them on . Can I book myself into the left or maybe the right hand seat of the Seneca next Tuesday? Perhaps you can laugh at my ILS into Bouremouth? See you soon mate.
