FurloughedAgain
Cabin Heating & Air Tech.
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- Jun 5, 2002
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After 5 airlines, 3 furloughs, and a bankruptcy I'm a little nervous about my career in aviation. Although I am once again employed I am nervous about the changes that our industry is undertaking and what those changes may mean for pilot job security.
I know quite a few pilots who are supplimenting their income with a variety of enveavours including one who is a Primerica representative, quite a few who have purchased and rent property (most as crashpads -- though that too would be dependant upon the success of the airline and, therefore, makes me nervous). I know one who opened an "Auntie Anne's Pretzels" franchize. There are a few who have worked out deals where they are able to work part-time at Home Depot with the understanding that if the pager goes off, they have to leave.
I guess I am looking for additional suggestions. I am going to do SOMETHING -- I just need to get moving in the right direction if it is going to involve schooling etc. I, obviously, want to maximize the time with my family. I still want to fly as well.
I do not expect to duplicate the salary I earn flying, but if I could find something that would produce a steady income which would pay the mortgage and keep food on the table should I be furloughed again, I believe that would be ideal.
Any ideas, suggestions, etc would be appreciated.
I know quite a few pilots who are supplimenting their income with a variety of enveavours including one who is a Primerica representative, quite a few who have purchased and rent property (most as crashpads -- though that too would be dependant upon the success of the airline and, therefore, makes me nervous). I know one who opened an "Auntie Anne's Pretzels" franchize. There are a few who have worked out deals where they are able to work part-time at Home Depot with the understanding that if the pager goes off, they have to leave.
I guess I am looking for additional suggestions. I am going to do SOMETHING -- I just need to get moving in the right direction if it is going to involve schooling etc. I, obviously, want to maximize the time with my family. I still want to fly as well.
I do not expect to duplicate the salary I earn flying, but if I could find something that would produce a steady income which would pay the mortgage and keep food on the table should I be furloughed again, I believe that would be ideal.
Any ideas, suggestions, etc would be appreciated.