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11th Feb 2001, 06:18

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Gnote

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Hey Borneo Pilot, when are you planning to do your IFR Ride? Are you thinking about going the instructor route?

Cheers

11th Feb 2001, 14:23

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Thanks VenPilot, MASystem and Gnote
for the replies.

IFR check ride - would like to get it done before the end of March. gotta write the dreaded Transport CDN paper first.

I would prefer to go the charter/ commuter/airline route rather than be a flight instructor if I can help it. can you imagine sending someone up solo with only about 10hours of flight instruction? I think it is stressful GRANDE! for the poor new instructor.

13th Feb 2001, 12:35

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Just curious:
What kinda IFR approach plates does MH or SQ use for their fleet? Jepps?
I`m only familiar with Transport CDN`s Canada Air Pilot (CAP) currently, but would like to familiarize myself with other publications.

13th Feb 2001, 12:38

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Strikie

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Jepps at S'pore.

14th Feb 2001, 06:06

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Gnote

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Hi Borneo Pilot, have you been contacting any companies yet? This is the best time of the year to let them know that you're alive and ready to rock. Let me know.

14th Feb 2001, 07:05

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Hi Gnote, I have been thinking about making a trip up North to Northern BC/NWT or East. what do you suggest? How would/did you approach this cold call introduction of yourself?
any suggestions would be very much appreciated!!

14th Feb 2001, 08:31

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Hi BP, well the first thing is to make a list of all the prospective employers. Next bomb them with resumes( but don't over do it) and try to follow up with calls. Always ask to speak to the chief pilot if you can...some do take quick phone calls...Tell him/her that you are planning a road trip and was wondering if a couple minutes could be spared. Most CPs are quite cool with this and are accmodating. DO your research and be prepared to ask questions. If you can't make an appointment, you can take your chances and just show up. Put on an extra wide smile at the receptionist and explain that you just drove xxx no. of miles and would appreciate it if you could get a couple of mins with the CP. IMPORTANTLY DO NOT resort to flying for free no matter what the company promises you. Any reputable company understands that you are a professional and deserve a wage for your services.

PS Which part of borneo are u from?

Good luck