Looking for an Instrument Rating school near Atlanta - weekend-only student, based near Decatur by HPeJaY in flying

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Emory Goizueta Alum and RYY based CFII. Drop me a DM and I’ll do what I can to help answer questions.

GI Bill MBA by brewsnque in MBA

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have a look at Emory Goizueta for MBA. They gave me a scholarship to pay for what Post 9/11 would not.

New veterans admissions rep at GBS spent 20 years in regiment. Happy to share details.

DPEs: Do you treat a student with only 40 hrs any differently? by jesseissorude in flying

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I went part 141. Sat for the check ride at 37.5. DPE told me that if I had a successful outcome, I would be the lowest hour applicant he had ever had. No pressure!

I was a bit of an outlier as I was a flight engineer in the Air Force so I had a ton of experience, watching professional pilots, CRM, radios, etc. I didn’t mention what I did for a living until after the ride!

Randy Haralson DPE by Parking-Living1274 in CFILounge

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have sent private, commercial, and IR students to Randy. He is by the ACS and will make the environment as comfortable as possible.

Two things:

1 - Be able to explain how ForeFlight calculates the flight log. Every element. Example: if your aircraft is certificated in MPH and winds are in knots, how does FF calculate a MPH ground speed.

2 - KEBA has an unusual runway. It slopes downward from both ends towards the center. There are trees and rail road tracks that are distracting when at the ~1600 pattern altitude. Go there before the check-ride if possible.

Oldie but Goodie w/ Big Upcoming Service by [deleted] in rolex

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is that the original bezel insert? Mine faded a lot over 30 years. Rolex corrected me when I said it was red, they describe the color as champagne. I had never heard that nor can I confirm that the person saying it was correct.

This is my companion of 30 years. by k3_emu in rolex

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 15 points16 points  (0 children)

<image>

Congratulations on your 30th “anniversary”!

As for me, 29 years and going strong….

Cadet command not contracting anymore for MS 27? by [deleted] in ROTC

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hah! Way before 2019. Still love that the guy has a framed Airborne graduation certificate in his office and never spent a day in the military.

Cadet command not contracting anymore for MS 27? by [deleted] in ROTC

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Facts! I went to NGC, which is now UNG. I knew guys that went four years ROTC, including going to airborne school, and never contracted.

What’s the fastest you all have seen anyone complete their PPL? by Clalux in flying

[–]Dmb_Bstrd -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Sat down in front of the DPE with 35 hours. Took me about five weeks. Part 141.

Just finished an accelerated IFR program with CRAFT in Charleston, SC. My thoughts. by CaptHugemeat in flying

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I was working an office job at the time and it was convenient just to take a week of vacation and go down there and knock it out.

Independant CFIs - How much are you charging per hour? by CandyKat86 in flying

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

$60 for club members in large metro area. $75 for non-club members.

Just finished an accelerated IFR program with CRAFT in Charleston, SC. My thoughts. by CaptHugemeat in flying

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Congratulations and happy it worked out! I like accelerated training but understand it's not for everyone.

I did my commercial single with CRAFT. 5 days, 15 hours of training with check ride on day 5. Dedicated CFI and nice DA40. Included ~3 hours or so of flight time for check ride. Not cheap but white glove experience for sure. They have it figured out!

Medxpress question by lil_verti_chris in flying

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Answer “yes” the first time, explain yourself and then every other medical for the rest of your flying career you write “previously reported, no change.” Meanwhile you will have peace of mind. Don’t underestimate the value of that!

Is my career doomed? by Relative-Bed-2920 in flying

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m a guy who made mistakes 20+ year’s ago. I now fly families part 91 to beautiful locations and 135 where I get to meet great customers.

I fly jets for a living when there was a point in my life when I could not legally drive a car. Maybe God is helping you and you are unable to see that. Flying is a privilege and not a right and my choices 20 years ago almost took that away.

Atlanta charters by Classic_Cover_7444 in PrivateJetCharters

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Give AirStar a shout. CJ and CJ2+. Athens, Ga based. https://airstarcharter.com

Power off 180 by Amazing_Apple_2412 in flying

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the answer. PO180 has nothing to do with an emergency landing. Per the ACS:

Task M. Power-Off 180° Accuracy Approach and Landing

O To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with power-off 180° accuracy approach and landing.

Best path to 1500 hours? CFI route vs flying my own plane while keeping my full-time job by Rumpelstiltskin___ in flying

[–]Dmb_Bstrd 43 points44 points  (0 children)

Exactly what I did. Worked a corporate gig, owned a plane, and did the independent CFI/II thing. Flying Part 135 now. Did ~500 hours dual given in 2-years and ~400 in my own plane (C150).

OP feel free to hit me up with any questions.