Pink slipped last night

[FO4life]

Where are you, and what are you typed in?

 

[3 in trail]

I am not the originator of this thread but it certainly caught my eye. My wifes brother was let go this morning from his Citation II Part 135 job. He has the C550 type and a little under 2000tt, with maybe half of that in the C550. He has a service industry background with over a decade of fine dining experience that seems to have served him well in the on demand charter biz. He is in the Los Angeles basin.

Here is my question. I got him into this business several years ago when things where booming. I would like to help him take the next step. If you were in his position and someone was willing to lend you the dough to get a type rating to make yourself more marketable, what type rating would you get?

 

[CRJCA]

I am not the originator of this thread but it certainly caught my eye. My wifes brother was let go this morning from his Citation II Part 135 job. He has the C550 type and a little under 2000tt, with maybe half of that in the C550. He has a service industry background with over a decade of fine dining experience that seems to have served him well in the on demand charter biz. He is in the Los Angeles basin.

Here is my question. I got him into this business several years ago when things where booming. I would like to help him take the next step. If you were in his position and someone was willing to lend you the dough to get a type rating to make yourself more marketable, what type rating would you get?

Thats a broad question thats been addressed before. Check previous threads. Keep in mind that type ratings are just that. Often, the actual rating will do you little good without time on the airframe to go with it. There are some possibilities where a company may take a chance on your friend if he is willing to pay for a rating in their type of aircraft. However, proceed with caution in that as well since its considered "pay for training" and is disliked by many. I know that doesnt do your friend any good, but research around to make sure whatever your aiming at can be reached by getting a type rating alone. Good luck.

CRJCA

 

[LaGarbage Man]

I would recommend loaning him the cash for training on the General Electric C38EMi.
You will have to Google it to find out what it is.
Seriously though IMO another type is the least of his worries. With so many pilots on the street odds are that there is someone who is not only typed but has 100's of hrs. and is current on whatever the aircraft might be. 495 NetJet pilots are the first of many that come to mind as far as the competition goes. I can't speak to the LA basin but in my neck of the woods the job market SUXXXXXXXXXXX !!! Sorry to see another pilot on the street but sugar coating what the situation out here in the Corp./Charter/Frac. world is like would not be doing you guys any favors. If he wants to go to the dark side, some of the regionals have been doing limited hiring. Of course we all know what that entails as far as pay,lifestyle and job security is concerned.
Hold on to the cash for now and let this economy work itself out.

 

[3 in trail]

Thanks for the good replies! He is not in a good place with regards to his experience level and the general economic state of affairs. But he has a good attitude and can hopefully fall back on his previous employment to see him through until this thing turns around.

3it

 

[siouxicide]

But he has a good attitude...

That generally gets you farther than experience does, IMO.

 

[dhc8fo]

Had a GREAT job that I loved. One that I will never be able to match....I have lots of contacts as I have always valued the importance of staying in touch with folks. It is a small, small world. Plus, I generally enjoy hanging out with the flying crowd.

Typed in Citations (500 series). Captain. 5000tt

Thanks for the encouragement and advice guys. I appreciate it. I was primarily venting. I knew it was coming, I just didn't know when. Anyone come across anything in MD/VA/NC, throw the scraps my way

 

[Lrjtcaptain]

Cool!...lol.

Just easy on the dorky pilot stuff, facebook is primarily to check out chiks, we dont care where you are flying to or care about cockpit pictures.

:laugh:

well said! Tired of the hardcore Im in the cockpit, check out my profile pic stuff.

 

[NWaviator]

I have a in for Snooki. You have to drink musclemilk, be tan, ripped and do laundry each day.

 

[Sandhawk]

Had a GREAT job that I loved. One that I will never be able to match....I have lots of contacts as I have always valued the importance of staying in touch with folks. It is a small, small world. Plus, I generally enjoy hanging out with the flying crowd.

Typed in Citations (500 series). Captain. 5000tt

Thanks for the encouragement and advice guys. I appreciate it. I was primarily venting. I knew it was coming, I just didn't know when. Anyone come across anything in MD/VA/NC, throw the scraps my way

Take advantage of the government programs while unemployed - you've been paying into them for a long time....... unemployment, food stamps, state sponsored insurance. It can really help take some of the stress away while searching for a job. Then research the Workforce Investment Act for your state and see if they have any funds for another type rating or for another career path.

Good Luck - I've been there several times in the past 2 years!

:beer:

PS - Network, network, network! Sign up for ACASS, JetProfessionals, and any other Pilot contract companies - the demand for contract pilots is rising again!

 

[NCherches]

well said! Tired of the hardcore Im in the cockpit, check out my profile pic stuff.

It's still better than the shirtless d-bag mirror picture...

 

[TheXtra10th]

I got laid off in Jan, never really networked before either, but I loved my job !!!
However, I got some basic information from my local FBO about some operators and made a few calls. One chief pilot suggested i join the local MBAA in my area, so I did. It was the best thing that I could have done, no, I wasn't annoying or anything, I would just go to the events introduce myself and see were the conversation went. I wouldn't necessarily go and talk to the people in charge, but I would search out other pilots. By doing that and just having a normal conversation (not a blubbering sob story ) it has gotten my name out there and several face to face meetings with the people in charge. Has it gotten me a job yet ? No, however it looks like things are beginning to pick up and it looks like I may even have an interview in the near future.

My point is, It is never to late to start networking and just be smart about it and have a positive attitude. Aviation is a very small world and people talk.

Good Luck

 

[tracearabians]

Sucks ass. Now what????

Just sayin....

What were you flying ?

 

[tracearabians]

Sucks ass. Now what????

Just sayin....

There are a few part 135 jobs posted on Climb To 350 .

 

[TEN HUT]

Guido,

I think what was ment by the comment is call everyone you know let them know you are looking for work. Pilots hear about jobs all the time but if they don't know anyone they know is looking the info will not get passed along. DHC8FO good luck like they said don't panic let everyone know your available for contract work. Get going on unemployment asap. My layoffs in the passed kept me out 90-120 days. Hit it hard something will come up.

Chairman

Bingo!

Spoken like a true gentlemen.

Ten,