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Traffic watch in the AUS area
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chuychanga
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I read awhile back the the guy who owns the FBO in Lockhart got the traffic watch contract, but I know for sure that another guy out of Georgetown currently does it too. I think there a couple of aircraft up there for some of the different stations.
I believe the guy out of GTU flies a 152 from Adventure Aviation, but I could be wrong. Their last guy came over to our place and asked if any of us were interested in taking over for him, but we weren't. I believe the requirements then were a CFI and 700 TT, although that has probably changed. If you aren't getting much flying done, it might be a good supplement for your paycheck and logbook, but it certainly won't be as valuble as flight instruction.
Where do you instruct?
I believe the guy out of GTU flies a 152 from Adventure Aviation, but I could be wrong. Their last guy came over to our place and asked if any of us were interested in taking over for him, but we weren't. I believe the requirements then were a CFI and 700 TT, although that has probably changed. If you aren't getting much flying done, it might be a good supplement for your paycheck and logbook, but it certainly won't be as valuble as flight instruction.
Where do you instruct?
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Flight instruction is good, but you can only learn so much in a 172 while letting someone else fly. Chandelles and Lazy eights are great manuevers if you plan on taking a commercial ride soon. Otherwise it would be wise to do what ever it takes to hurry and get your 135 PIC minimums so you can get on with your real learning.
Traffic Watch would be more beneficial than instructing for the simple fact that you will build time quicker. You are already a CFI and you have already instructed. The box is already checked. Go get flight time as quick as possible and start to move up the food chain.
Traffic Watch would be more beneficial than instructing for the simple fact that you will build time quicker. You are already a CFI and you have already instructed. The box is already checked. Go get flight time as quick as possible and start to move up the food chain.
chuychanga
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Every morning and afternoon I hear "Cessna 255" leave and return from traffic watch. I thought he was with you guys at Adventure, but I guess not. I don't know the full N number, but if you find that out you'll know who has the contract. It's a blue and white 152.
I still maintain that instructing is better than traffic watch. Especially if you are a CFII/MEI. Time spent supervising a guy fly a twin down to minimums, single engine, in IMC will certainly make you a better pilot than hands-on VFR in a 152. That said, I understand that anything that puts time in your logbook is better than not flying at all. Good luck.
I still maintain that instructing is better than traffic watch. Especially if you are a CFII/MEI. Time spent supervising a guy fly a twin down to minimums, single engine, in IMC will certainly make you a better pilot than hands-on VFR in a 152. That said, I understand that anything that puts time in your logbook is better than not flying at all. Good luck.
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alaska? no goofball, San Antonio...geez
but...there is a new ad on climto350 for pilots in Alaska that have 700TT and CFII
Island Air Service is a scheduled air carrier based in Kodiak, Alaska. Full time entry level pilot positions are currently available flying single-engine land aircraft, with progression to multi-engine. Applicants should meet the following requirements: Current, working Instrument Instructor with a Multi-Engine rating, College degree (4 year preferred), 700 hours total time, Send or Fax resume to: Chief Pilot. When applying, ref: climbto350.com. NO CALLS!!
but...there is a new ad on climto350 for pilots in Alaska that have 700TT and CFII
Island Air Service is a scheduled air carrier based in Kodiak, Alaska. Full time entry level pilot positions are currently available flying single-engine land aircraft, with progression to multi-engine. Applicants should meet the following requirements: Current, working Instrument Instructor with a Multi-Engine rating, College degree (4 year preferred), 700 hours total time, Send or Fax resume to: Chief Pilot. When applying, ref: climbto350.com. NO CALLS!!
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I don't know if it is still the same company or not...but the last guy I knew that was flying traffic watch in AUS wasn't getting paid. Hopefully things have changed - that was 3 years ago. If you can find a t.w. job flying full time TAKE IT!! Ditch the CFI job (12 hrs at the airport / 1.2 hrs flight time) and build the 1200 as fast as you can. Yeah, sure you learn from teaching but your education really doesn't start until you are flying single pilot in the soup.
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ok guys, heres the number. please know i have no clue who they are, or what they fly. just that i found an ad hangin in the area for 135 pilots (both for VFR w/500 and IFR w/1200) and hope it helps someone out.
its local SAT number, so whatever the freakin area code is...
922-1228
if yall get any info be it good or bad, post it up here so we know what were lookin at here
its local SAT number, so whatever the freakin area code is...
922-1228
if yall get any info be it good or bad, post it up here so we know what were lookin at here
Here is the info on Austin area!!!
Title: Traffic Watch Pilots
Company: DIRECT FLIGHT INC. Product/Service:
Location: various Required Travel: None
Job Type: Full-time Employment Type: Permanent
Description:
PILOTS NEED - Immediate openings for traffic watch pilots with a safety oriented, professional company. Must have COMM w / 300+ hrs. (500+hrs.perfered) Perfect for those working toward the airlines, or who just love to fly. PART TIME ONLY, AM&PM drive times. Needed Immediately pilots in - Oklahoma City. Also openings in Austin,Little Rock, Toledo, Cleveland, and Albany. Please fax resumes or e-mail to Grey Lampkin- Direct Flight . NO CALLS PLEASE.
Requirements:
Company Benefits:
Contact Information:
N/A
Fax: (913) 390-0163
DIRECT FLIGHT INC.
US
Preferred Response Method:
DIRECT FLIGHT INC. (Traffic Watch Pilots) 12901 W 151St. Suite C, Olathe, KS 66062 Tel: no calls Fax: (913) 390-0163
Title: Traffic Watch Pilots
Company: DIRECT FLIGHT INC. Product/Service:
Location: various Required Travel: None
Job Type: Full-time Employment Type: Permanent
Description:
PILOTS NEED - Immediate openings for traffic watch pilots with a safety oriented, professional company. Must have COMM w / 300+ hrs. (500+hrs.perfered) Perfect for those working toward the airlines, or who just love to fly. PART TIME ONLY, AM&PM drive times. Needed Immediately pilots in - Oklahoma City. Also openings in Austin,Little Rock, Toledo, Cleveland, and Albany. Please fax resumes or e-mail to Grey Lampkin- Direct Flight . NO CALLS PLEASE.
Requirements:
Company Benefits:
Contact Information:
N/A
Fax: (913) 390-0163
DIRECT FLIGHT INC.
US
Preferred Response Method:
DIRECT FLIGHT INC. (Traffic Watch Pilots) 12901 W 151St. Suite C, Olathe, KS 66062 Tel: no calls Fax: (913) 390-0163
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Scooter, last I knew these people had a contract with Metro Traffic to expand into 8 more markets last summer and eventually something like 20 or more total. By October/November they hadn’t gotten one done and were in hot water. (Haven’t paid much attention since then.) You might want to do a search for Metro Traffic and call them directly. Heck, if you can swing a loan put in a bid to do it yourself. 60-80 hrs a month will pay for a 172. If you can do some research/planning why put money in someone else's pocket? FWIT I was in a situation where I flew 450 hrs/year for one customer and wish I could have bought a 172 and done it myself rather than use someone else's plane.
Scooter, last I knew these people had a contract with Metro Traffic to expand into 8 more markets last summer and eventually something like 20 or more total. By October/November they hadn’t gotten one done and were in hot water. (Haven’t paid much attention since then.) You might want to do a search for Metro Traffic and call them directly. Heck, if you can swing a loan put in a bid to do it yourself. 60-80 hrs a month will pay for a 172. If you can do some research/planning why put money in someone else's pocket? FWIT I was in a situation where I flew 450 hrs/year for one customer and wish I could have bought a 172 and done it myself rather than use someone else's plane.
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