I don't get it...

[mcjohn]

Well, I've been saying for quite a while now that the industry by default (whether we like it or not) is weeding out the ones who don't really have a burning desire to fly for a living. Does that make me dumb?

Since when, in the post 9/11 industry, do pilots think flying is going to make them filthy rich and home all the time. I think people were figuring this out before 9/11. Metro's post was a little harsh, but so is spending 100g on something you're not really dedicated to.

As a matter of fact, it blows my freaking mind that people spend that kind of cash to become "an airline pilot." That is just one niche of aviation and a somewhat depressing one at that sometimes.

You really want to fly? But it has to be for an airline? And you have to spend what to get there?! and DO WHAT to get there?! ("you" being in general here of course)

IMHO, that's plain retarded.

 

[gkrangers]

Well, I've been saying for quite a while now that the industry by default (whether we like it or not) is weeding out the ones who don't really have a burning desire to fly for a living. Does that make me dumb?

Since when, in the post 9/11 industry, do pilots think flying is going to make them filthy rich and home all the time. I think people were figuring this out before 9/11. Metro's post was a little harsh, but so is spending 100g on something you're not really dedicated to.

As a matter of fact, it blows my freaking mind that people spend that kind of cash to become "an airline pilot." That is just one niche of aviation and a somewhat depressing one at that sometimes.

You really want to fly? But it has to be for an airline? And you have to spend what to get there?! and DO WHAT to get there?! ("you" being in general here of course)

IMHO, that's plain retarded.

I don't care what I fly, just picking the best pay/QOL available to me.

Edit: No it doesn't amke you dumb at all, I wasn't saying that. I was just saying that people who get mad at people for encouraging, or being glad about people quitting are stupid.

It doesn't hurt anyone. Opens up a job for someone who wants it more. Its attrition.

 

[mcjohn]

Hmmm...maybe I'm the tard. I care what I fly. At least right now. May change in a few years. I don't know.

 

[gkrangers]

Hmmm...maybe I'm the tard. I care what I fly. At least right now. May change in a few years. I don't know.

Well you said it should be all about a love to fly, and not just for a specific airline or a specific type of aircraft.

If you can be happy with any type of flying, thats a big plus, and will probably help you achieve a more rewarding career.

I love flying...if you paid me the most and gave me the most days off to fly a 172 around, thats what I would do...

Of course I have my preferences, but would be happy with many different things.

 

[mcjohn]

Old planes. I like old planes. I'm pretty sick of the 172 though. I'd take a 152 over a 172 any day. I like machines more than I do computers. I like conventional gear over non-conventional gear. I'd like to make a billion dollars flying a 170 on floats or a cub on skiis or something. Hell yeah. I'm all excited now. Must post this link:
http://cubdriver749er.com/gallery.html

 

[gkrangers]

I haven't flown anything interesting.

Warrior, 172, Duchess.

I really want to fly a taildragger. My instructor owns an L3, http://home.att.net/~jm.price/nc49152pix.htm , and I'm sure it would be a blast to fly. Atleast a breath of fresh air, literally.

 

[mcjohn]

Do it. You won't regret one penny spent! It'll be more like a glass of ice cold water thrown in your face. Good pilots with no TW experience tend to be humbled beyond belief when trying to transition to TW. It becomes easy after 15-20 hours but getting there (for me) has been the most eye opening experience I've had in aviation so far. And those planes are so freakin beautiful! Going back to tricycle gear becomes a bore.

I had the displeasure of flying an SR-22 recently. That vibrating plastic piece of sh*t was hardly a real airplane. It was fun only due to it HP. Nothing else.

Good night. Nice chatting with you.

 

[gkrangers]

Nite. Unfortunately, the L3 doesn't have brakes in one of the seats, so he won't instruct in it. Woulda been a nice cheap way to a tailwheel endorsement...but I'm sure he'd still take me up in it, for fun.

 

[spudskier]

Old planes. I like old planes. I'm pretty sick of the 172 though. I'd take a 152 over a 172 any day. I like machines more than I do computers. I like conventional gear over non-conventional gear. I'd like to make a billion dollars flying a 170 on floats or a cub on skiis or something. Hell yeah. I'm all excited now. Must post this link:
http://cubdriver749er.com/gallery.html

Gorgeous pics ... I would kill for experiences like that

 

[Salukipilot4590]

I asked the first one why he no longer likes the job and he told me, "Well, it's not that I hate the job, it's actually pretty fun and i never feel like i'm going to work, but my girlfriend said she can't have a relationship with a guy that's away from home 3-4 days a week." Uhm, what?

Umm, wow... Honestly since he isnt married I would strongly advise that he try single life for a while. What would posess someone to throw away a 'fun' and enjoyable career just because some chick he has been dating for a couple months cries foul? I dont get it!

Meh, about the other two guys...I do feel for them because they basically threw away X number of dollars but in the mean time....leave. There are some of us who really do love the job and have an idea what to expect.

Hope none of that was insulting to anyone!