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GlenWimpy
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I'm not a representative of the company. I just heard about them today.
My point is this: An older Military instructor will be better then a young instructor.
Also , have a little respect for your elders in the Aviation community { especially veterans with their credentials } , pm them about their spelling , don't call them out over the whole net.
I won't comment on the marketability or the ease of viewing pages of the website, but what I did do was to look at the substance of what was provided. I was impressed as were a couple of other potential students who were looking for an organization with substance and not flash. . .and also important, not on the east coast, i.e. - Florida. No, the site wasn't flashy, but it showed strength of character, substance of information, and maturity. . .as if a member of the organization put their inputs into making it personal vice some marketing entity. That I liked.
. . .and it's close too. No concerns about the bad weather (snow); the area is not caught up in the hustle and bustle of people or crime. The cost of living over there is ideal, and you definitely get more bang for the buck.
GlenWimpy
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I like their web site! Is it flashy and Eye popping? No but its nice , well done and very informative.
But , their credentials , and the stability of having the same {MILITARY TRAINED AND QUALIFIED } instructor for your entire training , you want get that ANYWHERE in todays market! Once these guys get a little more exposure , they'll have a LONG waiting list! When Older Professional Pilots want a place for their son or daughter , and they see this place , THEN they'll be flooded with more students then they can handle!
LOL , Do you want to learn how to fly or how to make a web site?
FightingFalconInstructor
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Whooooa! Let's everybody calm down.
1. I don't care what someone's experience level is, they have something to offer in this business. I learn from every student, espically the pre-solo students! My son was 13 when he suggested a different power setting for patterns in the Seneca (he only had about 25 hours in it at the time). I have been using and teaching it ever since.
2. Maybe the website isn't the fanciest, but I choose to keep it simple so I can make rapid changes as the industry changes. For me to have a professional web site manager I would have to significantly boost prices. Would it really be the deciding factor over price, airplanes, experience of instructors etc?
3. Every student has different requirements so I can't put a "cookie-cutter" web site and packages up. For example, I have three Instrument-Commercial students starting in Jan and each one is using a different financing package and is getting slightly different flying hour combinations to get them their ratings they desire in a cost effective manner.
4. I am ALWAYS open to ways to improve the business. The "negative" post are often the most helpful!
Merry Christmas to all!
1. I don't care what someone's experience level is, they have something to offer in this business. I learn from every student, espically the pre-solo students! My son was 13 when he suggested a different power setting for patterns in the Seneca (he only had about 25 hours in it at the time). I have been using and teaching it ever since.
2. Maybe the website isn't the fanciest, but I choose to keep it simple so I can make rapid changes as the industry changes. For me to have a professional web site manager I would have to significantly boost prices. Would it really be the deciding factor over price, airplanes, experience of instructors etc?
3. Every student has different requirements so I can't put a "cookie-cutter" web site and packages up. For example, I have three Instrument-Commercial students starting in Jan and each one is using a different financing package and is getting slightly different flying hour combinations to get them their ratings they desire in a cost effective manner.
4. I am ALWAYS open to ways to improve the business. The "negative" post are often the most helpful!
Merry Christmas to all!
ZapBrannigan
If it ain’t a Boeing, I’m not going. No choice.
I agree that in order to market successfully in this day and age you must have a professional looking website.
Wouldn't take but a few hundred dollars to put up something really nice looking that you would still be able to update quickly as the industry evolves.
These posts aren't negative. They're honest. For better or for worse the internet is where most people will begin their search for a flight school. Having a site with grammar or spelling errors gives the impression that the same attention to detail may extend to your curriculum, your maintenance, etc.
Wouldn't take but a few hundred dollars to put up something really nice looking that you would still be able to update quickly as the industry evolves.
These posts aren't negative. They're honest. For better or for worse the internet is where most people will begin their search for a flight school. Having a site with grammar or spelling errors gives the impression that the same attention to detail may extend to your curriculum, your maintenance, etc.
GlenWimpy
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My point is that he should have sent them a private message in a nice tactful way , not correct them for the whole net to see.
I don't think , well I know , its not proper , ethical or approipate for a 23 year old 172 Captain to correct a retired ex military F 16 instructor for the whole net to see. I'm sure they have some one in charge of the web site whom wuold have corrected the mistakes ASAP in house.
Now my I spell is not working !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Gulfstream IV
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My father once told me to be careful of what you say because it might come back to bite you someday. I think the website does offer a lot of substance. After all, a wise student should visit the "campus" or "flight school" first before they make a decision. Think back to when you first made a decision about the car you drive. Did not you consult with a friend of yours first or someone you knew who drives the same model? Marketing to students occurs in a variety of forms - word of mouth, direct marketing, internet, etc. Their strength might be word of mouth marketing or what I sometimes call "good 'ol boy marketing". No matter how flashy a website may look, a visit to the flight school will always have more stubstance and/or a friend's recommendation. I don't dispute the grammer errors, etc. all I am trying to say is that anyone who is ready to spend +$5K for flight training at Accessible Aviation, ATP, SkyMates, FSA, etc will choose to visit the schools first. If it sounds too good to be true, call them, schedule a time, and visit. It is that simple!
Gentlemen,
breathe in, breathe out........
If you have a comment about the advertisers website you should feel free to say so in a professional manner.
If you have an off the cuff remark about what user 'x' said, let me remind you of the PM function. Nobody really cares if two people can't seem to get along.
breathe in, breathe out........
If you have a comment about the advertisers website you should feel free to say so in a professional manner.
If you have an off the cuff remark about what user 'x' said, let me remind you of the PM function. Nobody really cares if two people can't seem to get along.
Cessnaflyer
Wooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
Why do you feel you have to continue to belittle who I am?
Gentleman, please read the post below and leave it at that.
Again if you have a sincere question, comment, or concern about the website or thread topic feel free to post. This thread was to show the requested pictures and not have a pissing contest.
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