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I have been an aviation nut for many years and have check all kinds of resources to find scholarships yo get my ratings would you have any sugestions my goal is to become ATP certified THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME
Ed,
I feel your pain, flying is an expensive endeavor to pursue. The military is probably the cheapest way in the field, offering flight school for a general payback of around 5-6 years of service. This is ok since it will take that long to achieve any experience which is needed to be employed by the aviation community. During this time you can get your additional ratings from the gov. including CFI CFII MEI and ATP I received all my ratings at Gov expense. Good luck on whatever you decide.
Mike Hicks
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Mike Hicks
Expertise
Military/Civilian Helicopter operations, general questions about helicopters, flying helicopters and their operational use. Instrument Flying, Military and Civilian Aviation,
Experience
With over 18,000 flying hours 8,000 helicopter and 10,000 in airplanes. Retired military instructor pilot of both helicopter and fixed wing aircraft. Currently as an Pilot Examiner at the home of Army Aviation, Ft. Rucker AL.
Organizations
Professional Helicopter Pilots Assn.
Publications
Army Aviation Magazine
Education/Credentials
BS Professional Aeronautics from Embry Riddle University
Awards and Honors
Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal, Broken Wing x2
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