flyliberty
Well-Known Member
Hi All,
I just got my CPL and have about 256 TT. I am aware that pretty much the only job I can get is flight instructing but It'll be awhile before that's financially possible. I've owned a bar for about 6 years so I have absolutely no resume to speak of. I've been thinking that in order to get a job in aviation, let alone flying, I need a start. So I've been in contact with an AF recruiter.
Here's my question:
Will it help me or hinder me to have that commitment for 6 years in terms of finding a flying job later after i build time?
Will the job I get with the Air Force make me more employable in the aviation field since I'll have another skill set I can call upon? Obviously, right? Which field should I shoot for in the air force then?
Anybody with first hand knowledge/military service background would be much appreciated. I basically understand that aviation is like anything else- it's all about who you know. And I don't know anybody. I figure this will atleast introduce me to some people. Also, I'm 32 so being a pilot in AF is out of the question.
Much thanks in advance
I just got my CPL and have about 256 TT. I am aware that pretty much the only job I can get is flight instructing but It'll be awhile before that's financially possible. I've owned a bar for about 6 years so I have absolutely no resume to speak of. I've been thinking that in order to get a job in aviation, let alone flying, I need a start. So I've been in contact with an AF recruiter.
Here's my question:
Will it help me or hinder me to have that commitment for 6 years in terms of finding a flying job later after i build time?
Will the job I get with the Air Force make me more employable in the aviation field since I'll have another skill set I can call upon? Obviously, right? Which field should I shoot for in the air force then?
Anybody with first hand knowledge/military service background would be much appreciated. I basically understand that aviation is like anything else- it's all about who you know. And I don't know anybody. I figure this will atleast introduce me to some people. Also, I'm 32 so being a pilot in AF is out of the question.
Much thanks in advance