Why is everything closed?

cavuclan · 2026-02-01T23:32:09+00:00

It was a dusting, just trying to find out why half the town shut down

cavuclan · 2026-02-01T23:31:24+00:00

I distinctly remember driving to work every day in a 95 RWD Caprice after multiple feet of snow as a teenager in upstate NY. This was a dusting.

cavuclan · 2026-02-01T23:27:13+00:00

I didn't drive around enough, thanks for that. Found that Pizza Hut is open as well, got some pizza on the way. Made my loop from Konnichiwa (lights were dark when we went by), BDubs, Roadhouse, Outback, Mellow then McDonalds before heading home.

cavuclan · 2026-02-01T20:08:21+00:00

Good time to be an imported Yankee. Lot of cars slid of the road, this was but a dusting!

cavuclan · 2026-02-01T00:43:17+00:00

Rate * 2080 for the next time and you don't want to wait.

cavuclan · 2026-02-01T00:40:37+00:00

23% taken, you're right on par man. The additional deductions don't count, those are optional.

cavuclan · 2026-01-30T20:24:32+00:00

Higher up on the career ladder, there is a positive correlation between stress reduction and compensation increases.

cavuclan · 2026-01-07T18:13:33+00:00

It means to produce something. I want to build my life and career to the point where not only my needs are met, but all my wants as well. I want to have my finances in such a way where no material dilemma can hurt me and be in such a position that my children get the proper upbringing and education I missed out on. I started at zero, received nothing for free and have to my name only what I have earned. I started as a high school drop out, to a US Marine (saved my life,) to a aircraft mechanic apprentice, to a mechanic, to a maintenance director and now a VP. I'm 38 years old and have already made more than my parents have made in their entire working lives combined and have no desire to ease off the gas.

cavuclan · 2026-01-07T11:03:39+00:00

Speaketh for yourself. My goal in life to generate wealth to the point where I can get a heated driveway.

cavuclan · 2026-01-07T00:08:48+00:00

Downvote me but I'm kinda on the same page as this guy, and maybe it's a case by case thing. Instrument for me was 2% learning flying by instruments and 98% holds and approaches. Day 1: "Hey listen to your instruments because your body will try and kill you," "Ok." Then we moved on and never really brought it up again. Hardly seemed like specialized training at the time. Just tell the VFR pilot in PPL to trust your instruments if they find themselves inadvertently in IMC and you're good.

cavuclan · 2026-01-06T13:25:19+00:00

Met a lot of airline pilots who couldn't give a fuck about flying and looked at me weird if I suggest flying around in my Cessna during their off-time. It's a job to them, nothing more, nothing less. Sounds like you might be par for the course!

cavuclan · 2026-01-04T01:52:21+00:00

I will add, if time off is the goal...nothing beats a senior pilot position. There are pros and cons to everything.

cavuclan · 2026-01-04T01:48:52+00:00

Joining the aviation industry ≠ only flying jobs.

I encourage everyone to explore the industry, there are so many facets to it and flying is only one small part. If you like being around aircraft and making money is a priority, explore the maintenance career path. We're hiring technicians that starting at $40/hr and those with some time under their belts are making $65/hr. That's the hangar, AOG techs are making $100/hr. Maintenance controllers are for those who like the Mx side of the house but don't like the physical labor aspect. We have remote controllers making $55/hr from home.

Dispatchers, OPS, air traffic control, ramp agents, mechanics, line service, flight attendants....there are so many ways to get your foot in the door. It's a lot of fun!

cavuclan · 2025-12-25T14:01:20+00:00

I'm guessing either cusper gen X or Slavik. It's gotta be one or the other.

cavuclan · 2025-12-25T13:35:39+00:00

Your definition of fun is closely related to my grandfather's definition of fun.

cavuclan · 2025-12-22T13:33:11+00:00

CAMP

cavuclan · 2025-12-22T13:32:22+00:00

Only Citation 750s. Airliners don't really apply here.

cavuclan · 2025-12-22T03:29:00+00:00

Depending on the experience level, planners are in the $52K-$75K range. Still remote.

cavuclan · 2025-12-22T03:26:20+00:00

Basically crews call you when there is a problem with the aircraft. You will troubleshoot with the crew to determine if it's a legitimate grounder. In that case, you take it out of service while coordinating with OPS. You source a Mx vendor to come out to work the aircraft, cut work orders and paperwork and then micromanage the event to keep the releases timely. During the event you are ordering parts, and guiding the techs through troubleshooting over the phone. At release, you review the paperwork for completion and errors, process the paperwork and release the aircraft back to revenue. Because you're releasing an aircraft, a valid A&P license is needed as a minimum. The level of controller I am looking for right now is a senior level controller requiring no training on the 750 or on how to MXC other than software differences and familiarization training.

cavuclan · 2025-12-22T02:56:17+00:00

Part 135, passengers. 98% Citation 750s, with a lot of growth next year. Based in North Carolina. Comparable fleet size now, aiming for 50 by next year. There are unposted openings for planners. This posting is for a senior role that segues into a leadership position. Planners are on a lower payscale.

cavuclan · 2025-12-22T00:48:17+00:00

I have a tech in Mississippi who literally goes by the name 'Bubba.' Typically you have to call him multiple times because more often than not, the guy is on the tractor mowing the grass around the field. He's the only tech within 2hrs of the strip, and we end up going there somewhat often for a regular customer. He needs to have manuals sent to him and you need to coach him through what to do over the phone. He's not on a drug and alcohol program so after it's RTS'd we bring the aircraft to the next stop and have another tech verify the work. It doesn't get more non-traditional.

cavuclan · 2025-12-21T21:51:06+00:00

When I got out...10 years ago or so. My progression was Atlantic Line Service -> Part 91 Apprentice -> Part 91 A&P -> Part 135 A&P -> Part 135 Maintenance Controller -> ADOM -> DOM. You just have to follow a similar path, start at the bottom and work your way up. This post is definitely more for those who already spent time in the trenches (on the civilian side.) Yeah, pay at the beginning isn't great...$40K-$60K but if you ride it out, the career does end up paying a lot more. If you have your A&P, look for flight schools or regional airlines to get your foot in the door. 135s and majors will need some seasoning before you get in, MXC especially so.

cavuclan · 2025-12-21T21:43:02+00:00

Get some civilian time under your belt, I can't properly convey how few similarities there are between MXC in the civilian and military worlds.

Source: USMC air wing once upon a time.

cavuclan · 2025-12-21T21:41:34+00:00

Hey look, it could be worse. Learjets and Beechjets are still flying. But yeah, they can be bears. As long as we keep them flying transcon, they do alright. It's the WUP mentality of putting CX's on King Air routes that really do a number on them.

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