Furloughees education/training benefits

[flya380]

Hey Folks,

Some people mentionned in previous posts the possibility to get a type rating paid for by some states in the event of a furlough.

Anybody has a little more information about that?

Thanks

 

[Freddie Spencer]

Thank god for government hand-outs!!!

 

[Raskal]

Thank god for government hand-outs!!!

Not sure how to take your comment-do you mean that job retraining/reeducation provided to those who lose their jobs through no fault of their own is an unnecessary government program? Really?

 

[Soverytired]

Benefits are literally determined on a "by county" basis.

But the short answer is the days of getting a 100% free type are over. You MIGHT get partial payment from your county if you're very lucky.

 

[Amish RakeFight]

Thank god for government hand-outs!!!

You mean to make one more employable vs. living off the gov't dole?

 

[castle bravo]

http://www.doleta.gov/USWORKFORCE/WIA/act.cfm

 

[Deadalus]

Thank god for government hand-outs!!!

So they can be retrained into productive members of society. That is is just h rrible. Oh yeah, nice picture. Let me guess your future ex-wife.

 

[DrProc]

Do a google search for WIA funds in your state. The money comes from the feds, but the individual state determines who gets the money and how much. Some states pay full and others pay a percentage of the costs.

 

[stall022]

http://www.careeronestop.org/WiaProviderSearch.asp


Select your state and search for pilot, aviation, type rating..

 

[Capn Mike]

In 2002, I called Higher Power in Dallas and asked them if they knew where I should go to pursue WIA funding. They were very helpful then. You might try that as well as any other companies that provide training. They want the money as much as you do so they can help you find it.

Mike

 

[Herkdrv]

Also contact K&S aviation out in PHX. My sim partner was on a full ride courtesy of the State of California. All states differ but give them a call and they will let you know if you qualify or not. Good luck.
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[macdu]

Lived in Iowa, WIA cash came from Nevada, 73 type from Florida. All done over the phone and FedEx. Thank you Uncle Sam.