You have to have a multi-ifr to fly a king-air, but a degree doesn't matter in the 703 & 4 world. And hours trump it in 705.lowaltituderecord wrote:I wonder what advantage one would have if they had a degree (BSc Science), AND a commercial IFR, for getting King Air or other jobs of that type?
Interested in Bush Flying...Need Advice.
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Re: Interested in Bush Flying...Need Advice.
What about survey flying jobs and such where it may be possible to fly AND participate in the operations?
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Ahhh...of course I'm not putting snow angel on my resume! I would hope that my future employer does look at whether I can hack it or not and not just at my name on Av Canada.
I'm confident in my aviation experience as well as my previous work experience in the bush. I was raised in the bush by a logging contractor and most my previous work experience is comparable to what you describe as "the bush mentality". I already have a damn good resume and plan to add a bit more to it before I go out looking for a job.
I am open to all areas of bush work as well. Heck, I'd fly sea planes, skis, wheels, tail draggers, medevac, crop dusters, water bombers, charters, tours, a broom...whatever I need to to stay out of the airlines!
I'm confident in my aviation experience as well as my previous work experience in the bush. I was raised in the bush by a logging contractor and most my previous work experience is comparable to what you describe as "the bush mentality". I already have a damn good resume and plan to add a bit more to it before I go out looking for a job.
I am open to all areas of bush work as well. Heck, I'd fly sea planes, skis, wheels, tail draggers, medevac, crop dusters, water bombers, charters, tours, a broom...whatever I need to to stay out of the airlines!
Give me wings and I'll fly.
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Survey type jobs are definitely an option. I know of a guy who has a contract to fly around and count cariboo. Hey, it's flying!
Give me wings and I'll fly.
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I just want to mention I'm doing my CPL at airhart and now have 120 total hours and a seaplane rating. I was able to get a student loan. Thanks for all of your advice.
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Re: Interested in Bush Flying...Need Advice.
Congratulations. keep us posted on your progress.. Good Luck!
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