white knuckle
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white knuckle said:For the sake of the students you would be "instructing", if you don't desire to instruct, please don't.
TinGoose1 said:,
The simple fact is that insurance requirements will prevent you from flying jobs that build quality bulk time. You won't build you time fast enough flying jumpers or ferrying aircraft for sales. Besides, most of the jumper planes I've seen have NAPA fuel lines and oil filters. As much as you will dislike instructing, it's really the only way that you can build quality time FAST. quote]
NOT True!! When I was flying jumpers, I was building time faster than all of my CFI buddies COMBINED. I routinely flew from sunrise to well after dark, shutting down only long enough to refuel. Lunch was eaten in the climb. I was logging PIC TURBINE. What is wrong with that, and is that not "quality time"? Be careful with the "only way" statements, especially in this business. There's lots of ways to get there...
Oh, and you're probably right about the jump planes, but that's good engine-out practice!
pilotyip said:BTW CFIing will make you a better pilot. You have to pay your dues someplace, no way to avoid it.
imacdog said:I have not worked in Alaska but have talked with several employers up there. They considered my time in the Pacific NW and BC as valuable for insurance requirements. I also got the impression from them that many, if not most, flight schools in Alaska do not require Alaska flight time. There are also some 135 operators that do not require Alaska time, so I am sure someone who meets the 135 requirements could find work there with a little effort.