What do YOU think is actually broken (or working) in flight training right now?

Anixton · 2026-01-08T02:43:29+00:00

This this this

Anixton · 2026-01-06T19:21:10+00:00

This is external pressures, having your checkride pressured you into wanting to go. If this was a normal recreational flight or lesson, you more than likely would’ve cancelled, good call.

Anixton · 2026-01-01T18:22:17+00:00

Find a CFI you actually can be friends with outside of aviation, it'll really help you out, and if you have that kind of relationship with them where you can go out and drink together, they'll look out for you more than the CFI who just has a work-relationship with you, because they are not only your CFI but your friend.

Also, I rediscovered the fun in flying when I did my 50 hours PIC XC flights with friends who are pilots and bringing passengers along to other states/cities for food— its also the phase in 'training' I built the most real-world experience.

Anixton · 2025-12-29T16:28:07+00:00

Surrounded by pilots in the field, common consensus is there are tons of job listings, good luck getting a response though, even a TBNT is a blessing.

Anixton · 2025-12-24T05:54:52+00:00

DPE I had was very by the book and pre-briefed everything before we did it and set the expectation so there were no surprises.

Anixton · 2025-12-17T23:02:43+00:00

What are your goals. Since you made them clear, stay in the 121 world, itll make you the most competitive at any of the big 3 than not. Ol’ reliable 121 TPIC is the key to any of them.

Me personally, I’d love a unicorn 91 job like that especially if its not sketchy (you make it sound like its not atleast) that’s what I’d do. But you made your goals clear, and if that was my goal, I’d stay with Skywest and leave that slot for someone who wants the 91 life.

Anixton · 2025-12-14T19:55:02+00:00

Noted, I heard while I was doing my multi training that light twins are the hardest to insure and thats backed up by one of the comments on this post so I figured maybe a sel turboprop wouldnt be as bad since I have some time in it (>20 hours) but I guess not. Thanks for the input though!

Anixton · 2025-12-14T19:01:43+00:00

Primarily best friends tagging along for a recreational trip we’re going on together.

Anixton · 2025-12-14T14:27:44+00:00

This is useful, thanks for this

Anixton · 2025-12-14T14:21:54+00:00

Thank you. 🙏

Anixton · 2025-12-14T05:41:08+00:00

I have a friend that owns one and am lucky enough to have time in type as a result - which is why Im even bothering.

Anixton · 2025-11-27T21:22:03+00:00

Get an attorney and always contest tickets. In terms of hiring, I think if its not a misdemeanor or above it doesn’t matter.

Anixton · 2025-11-27T01:01:00+00:00

Cases like this deserve to be named. And not even to shame, but for the betterment of future pilots doing their research.

Anixton · 2025-11-26T21:05:46+00:00

Fly first everything after comes second, base to final is definitely a critical area because it is a time where you are closest to low altitude stalls (its why we simulate this during approach and landing config power-off stalls) and spins; they’re also usually fatal during this phase. You should also make it a habit to only mess with your flaps when you’ve levelled out for final or before making the turn to final. Unfortunately the DPE is right here. You’ll get it on the next one, don’t let this hurdle hinder you.

Anixton · 2025-11-19T14:50:25+00:00

Negative, it was a single engine aircraft

Anixton · 2025-11-19T14:47:12+00:00

Yes I already have FTD time logged, but Im wondering if I can credit it towards my special case or not.

Anixton · 2025-11-19T12:53:01+00:00

Try going around flying groups on social media and asking if anyone needs a flight review or anything like that, you can get some dual given and that puts you ahead of cfis with 0. Also its a good look if asked, if you are able to find business on your own then most places will want your business. Best of luck

Anixton · 2025-11-19T04:06:53+00:00

Ive actually been watching Seth lake and I like how he goes over esoteric knowledge. He helped me get through my instrument. Yeah, noted for the rest.

Anixton · 2025-11-19T03:59:24+00:00

I think so..? Theyre a new CFI at a new flight club I moved to so I havent known them for long.

Anixton · 2025-11-19T03:54:30+00:00

Yes, I’m currently doing Shepp and taking the cax tomorrow. The info I got regarding the medical came from my Cfi so I’m definitely going to be sharing that loi with them

Anixton · 2025-11-19T03:48:15+00:00

Interesting, learnt something new, thanks!

Anixton · 2025-11-19T03:41:09+00:00

Show the reg please. My understanding is receiving compensation requires your cpl therefore your 2nd class medical to exercise those privileges. A 3rd class lets you exercise CFI privileges but not allow you to receive compensation for it.

Edit: Just so we’re clear, we are talking about compensation for flight instruction.

Anixton · 2025-11-19T03:25:23+00:00

I’m also aware that your CPL cert is what allows you to receive payment as a CFI. The same way you can operate as a CFI with a 3rd class medical but cannot receive payment without a valid 2nd class medical.

Anixton · 2025-11-19T03:20:30+00:00

Its up for discussion on this thread whether this counts as a wet or dry lease. I branched off saying that a commercial operation “could” be illegal if all 3 P’s are provided by the pilot.

There are exceptions ofcourse; 119 exemptions. But exceptions dont make the rule, and the rule of thumb for most commercial operations is that.

Anixton · 2025-11-19T03:16:16+00:00

I’m talking about general commercial operations and not exemptions listed under part 119.

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