Finding a Part 91 Dream Job!

[Duderino]

You here about all of these great jobs out there, like they're folklore. Rumors of ridiculous salaries, Carte Blanche access to aircraft and helos. How do most people find these gigs. I'm sure it is all who you network with. Is there any other way of increasing my odds? How do you find out which Fortune 500 company has a flight department, and what type of airplanes they fly. I haven't even applied for a part 91 job and I think it is time to start dreaming.

Dude

 

[2000flyer]

First of all, NBAA is probably the best source for F500 flight department info.

Second, what do you mean "carte blanche" access to aircraft. Are you saying the crew using them for personal use? If so, probably 1 in 5000 departments allow employees personal access to company aircraft, if that. I've only heard of one company that has allowed that. Then, when the crew did use the aircraft, the cost per hour was figured out and they received a 1099 for their tax returns as that benefit essentially equalled a salary or financial gain for that employee.

Remember, same hold true for owners or operators who get the aircraft for personal use, not just crewmembers. Check NBAA for current SIFL rates.

As for the salaries, they vary as much as the weather.

You are right about the networking!

Personally, if you're holding out for the job you've described, don't quit your day job. I have a feeling you'll be looking for quite some time.

Regards,
2000Flyer

 

[sleepy]

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