escapepilot
Well-Known Member
I found this so absurd, I had to share.
I was asked to fill in for a jump pilot this weekend flying skydivers in a 182. Filled out the insurance pilot record with total 182 time - 18.x hrs, total 206 time - 8.x hrs, 53 other single engine makes and models, 3901.x hrs including 2204 tailwheel. Zero time hauling skydivers.
Apparently I'm under qualified because I don't have enough 182 time and no skydiver time. They didn't bother to ask if I had any other commercial flying experience, but I doubt banner towing, crop dusting, or fire suppression would have made a difference.
So for all of you guys looking to build time carrying skydivers...good luck.
I was asked to fill in for a jump pilot this weekend flying skydivers in a 182. Filled out the insurance pilot record with total 182 time - 18.x hrs, total 206 time - 8.x hrs, 53 other single engine makes and models, 3901.x hrs including 2204 tailwheel. Zero time hauling skydivers.
Apparently I'm under qualified because I don't have enough 182 time and no skydiver time. They didn't bother to ask if I had any other commercial flying experience, but I doubt banner towing, crop dusting, or fire suppression would have made a difference.
So for all of you guys looking to build time carrying skydivers...good luck.