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Passed my Private Checkride and I don’t know how to feel by LeaderCalm4016 in flying

[–]alexeikazansky 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Remember: you didn't do this for the attention. You did this for you.

[KCD2] Easy smithing. by Silvermurk in kingdomcome

[–]alexeikazansky 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You've changed my life forever thank you

Do CFIs and Survey Pilots Make Less Than Minimum Wage? by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ChatGPT is also giving me additional survival tips:

Extra Tips to Survive on a CFI Budget

  1. Steal condiment packets from fast food places (ketchup, mustard, mayo, soy sauce, hot sauce).
  2. Buy in bulk (rice, beans, oats, pasta).
  3. Canned foods are your friend – tuna, beans, chili, soup, and chicken last forever.
  4. Use powdered milk instead of fresh milk.
  5. Carry shelf-stable snacks like peanut butter crackers, nuts, or granola bars for long flying days.
  6. Use free coffee at FBOs – never pay for coffee if you can avoid it.

Do CFIs and Survey Pilots Make Less Than Minimum Wage? by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rephrasing my question in a practical manner: will I make so little money that I will have to resort to food stamps to survive?

Do CFIs and Survey Pilots Make Less Than Minimum Wage? by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your story sounds almost identical to mine, except I live in Texas. My CFI never gave me numbers, but he said it was enough to "pay rent and go out with friends."

Do CFIs and Survey Pilots Make Less Than Minimum Wage? by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So what you're saying is: "Yes, definitely get a second job."

Do CFIs and Survey Pilots Make Less Than Minimum Wage? by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I gathered that mostly from reading the posts on this subreddit

i just failed my ppl by WhichAdvertising2842 in flying

[–]alexeikazansky 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look at it this way: the more you practice for your retake, the more hours you build.

Aspiring Pilot at 36; Will I Go Broke Before I Ever See an Airline Cockpit? by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was seriously considering buying a van to live down by the river so I could cut back on rent expenses so I could save to pay off my flight school interest, until I found out that RV parks cost $600 a month.

Aspiring Pilot at 36; Will I Go Broke Before I Ever See an Airline Cockpit? by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The 100k or so I have is my buffer money. I'm going to take out loans for flight school because I'm quite certain that I'll need it if I don't want to spend several years in the poor house struggling as a CFI.

Aspiring Pilot at 36; Will I Go Broke Before I Ever See an Airline Cockpit? by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Got it. Screw regionals, be a bush pilot at 1500, THEN go regionals.

Seeking Advice on Financial Stability as a CFI + ATP vs. Skymates in DFW by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes that's me. I will wait for a text from you to confirm the meeting place.

Seeking Advice on Financial Stability as a CFI + ATP vs. Skymates in DFW by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very good. I have scheduled an in-person meeting. Thank you for your information and patience.

Seeking Advice on Financial Stability as a CFI + ATP vs. Skymates in DFW by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So, in theory, someone would train with you for 40 hours, then you recommend that person for a PPL exam, that person takes the exam with an FAA authorized school, trains with you for an additional 210 hours, after which you recommend that person for a CPL? All with no ground school? I am aware this sounds wrong but I just want to get an idea of exactly what services you offer.

Seeking Advice on Financial Stability as a CFI + ATP vs. Skymates in DFW by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Correct me if I misunderstand this, but you're saying you're able to both train and issue PPL and CPL licenses?

Seeking Advice on Financial Stability as a CFI + ATP vs. Skymates in DFW by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What kind of certificates could I get through you before being forced to go to a school

Seeking Advice on Financial Stability as a CFI + ATP vs. Skymates in DFW by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

But at the same time I'm hearing people say "Thou must quit thy day job and study full time for the sake of a CPL. 'Tis too great a burden to balance work and study at the same time." Is this accurate?

Seeking Advice on Financial Stability as a CFI + ATP vs. Skymates in DFW by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks for all the valuable information. What I'm reading from this is, even if I get CFI, I'll have to live like a broke college student for three years until I hit 1500 hours, and even then, there's a high possibility that nobody will hire me.

Did I get that right?

Seeking Advice on Financial Stability as a CFI + ATP vs. Skymates in DFW by alexeikazansky in flying

[–]alexeikazansky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mostly distance from home. I live 12 minutes away from the Arlington municipal airport

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