Is my dream still valid?
08-28-2006, 02:18 PM
#31
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Well that still sounds great to me! I'm just curious how much an interview will help you and what your odds are of getting hired from that interview with good marks for four years. Also, what other flight schools offer direct hire programs? Isn't that a HUGE advantage over going through flight training at a local FBO on your own?
08-28-2006, 05:08 PM
#33
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Not true at UND and I seriously doubt it is true at CWU. Horizon does visit UND 2-3 times per year and typically hires 10-15 (they always say they will take everyone who they deem qualified). I would imagine things are similar at CWU.
08-28-2006, 08:31 PM
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Elliot,
I remember being in your shoes at your age with the same desires. I knew that the airline industry was tough and very volatile. It takes a long time and quite a bit of money. I chose the military option and have no regrets. I went to college (yes, Embry) but majored in civil engineering. Not even close to aviation. I went through ROTC and went to pilot training afterward. I am now in the KC-10. Granted...it was hard work and there is always some luck involved. There are medical screenings and such that I didnt even know they tested for. But in the end it worked out great for me. I didnt have the money or the patience for civilian flying and trying to get somewhere. Plus I have done so many cool things and been a lot of places in the military, that I would recommend it to anyone. Whatever you choose, remember to work hard and keep pushing forward and you'll make it.
Good Luck,
Jeff
I remember being in your shoes at your age with the same desires. I knew that the airline industry was tough and very volatile. It takes a long time and quite a bit of money. I chose the military option and have no regrets. I went to college (yes, Embry) but majored in civil engineering. Not even close to aviation. I went through ROTC and went to pilot training afterward. I am now in the KC-10. Granted...it was hard work and there is always some luck involved. There are medical screenings and such that I didnt even know they tested for. But in the end it worked out great for me. I didnt have the money or the patience for civilian flying and trying to get somewhere. Plus I have done so many cool things and been a lot of places in the military, that I would recommend it to anyone. Whatever you choose, remember to work hard and keep pushing forward and you'll make it.
Good Luck,
Jeff
02-12-2007, 04:43 PM
#37
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As a recent graduate of CWU, the "direct hire program" is NOT. They get a list of qualified applicants, and they choose ~50% of those to INTERVIEW, not give a job. I want to say that 1 out of 4 people got hired by Horizon after the last batch of interviews. Many CWU grads (that I know) got hired at Horizon under the "off the street" mins. I would NOT go to CWU because of the Horizon "deal". It has been dead for quite some time.
02-13-2007, 12:46 AM
#38
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Man I wish I was that motivated when I was 16.
Basically, no matter where you do your training, or how you go about it, the end result is the same. Training is important, however it could be from Embry-Riddle, UND, or a local ma and pop FBO. Whats important is that you stick to good procedures, and like you already mentioned, grab your CFI and learn!
Your 16, so if ya have the money now, start getting your PPL and see if you like it. (which im sure you will)
When i entered this industry, my one goal was to be a major airline pilot....however, that goal has changed. There is alot of fun flying out there, and there are sooooo many aviation jobs that ya never would have imagined.
Just be open minded, and you can make a worthwhile career.
About double majoring, it really isnt difficult. All your core basic ed classes will over-lap for both majors. The core classes for your majors will be different. Usually double majoring would add about a year onto college for a full time student.
Your best bet would be to get all your ratings, including your CFI when your 19. Attend college and take your classes, while flight instructing on weekends or at night. Your will graduate when your 22 or 23 with enough time to enter into a regional, and have the time for your ATP.
If I could go back, I probably would have done it that way.
PM if ya have any questions, and its nice to see you so motivated and well researched =)
Basically, no matter where you do your training, or how you go about it, the end result is the same. Training is important, however it could be from Embry-Riddle, UND, or a local ma and pop FBO. Whats important is that you stick to good procedures, and like you already mentioned, grab your CFI and learn!
Your 16, so if ya have the money now, start getting your PPL and see if you like it. (which im sure you will)
When i entered this industry, my one goal was to be a major airline pilot....however, that goal has changed. There is alot of fun flying out there, and there are sooooo many aviation jobs that ya never would have imagined.
Just be open minded, and you can make a worthwhile career.
About double majoring, it really isnt difficult. All your core basic ed classes will over-lap for both majors. The core classes for your majors will be different. Usually double majoring would add about a year onto college for a full time student.
Your best bet would be to get all your ratings, including your CFI when your 19. Attend college and take your classes, while flight instructing on weekends or at night. Your will graduate when your 22 or 23 with enough time to enter into a regional, and have the time for your ATP.
If I could go back, I probably would have done it that way.
PM if ya have any questions, and its nice to see you so motivated and well researched =)
03-23-2008, 09:30 PM
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hey elliot,
Where are you at in Washington? I happen to be a high school student in Auburn, about to take my instrument rating check ride. I can help you out with schools and advice in the puget sound area if you want.
Where are you at in Washington? I happen to be a high school student in Auburn, about to take my instrument rating check ride. I can help you out with schools and advice in the puget sound area if you want.
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