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About Dottie Norkus
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Expertise
I can address questions concerning: airline pilot employment & entry level airline careers in the Unites States, women pilots, flight training, pilot certification, non-university flight scholarships (mostly for women), aviation & airline safety topics, aviation accident investigation, air carrier accidents and airline operations. Please note, I CANNOT address flight training or career queries from outside the United States. If you are not in the USA, please direct your question to the message boards at www.PPRUNE.org as you can surely find an answer there. For those in India try http://www.indianpilots.com Also, I cannot address questions about aero engineering degree programs/careers or aviation management careers.

Experience
U.S. Regional airline pilot with 15 years previous experience in airline ground operations. I have previously flown as a commercial skydive pilot and ferry pilot.

Organizations
I am a charter member of Women In Aviation International as well as the International Organization of Women Pilots: the Ninety Nines. I keep a database of flight scholarships for women (mostly in the Southwestern USA) and mentor student pilots.

Education/Credentials
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University certificate in Aviation Safety/Accident investigation.
A.S. in Aerospace Science.

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Questions Answered By Expert Dottie Norkus
In Category Careers: Flying & Aviation

Subject	Date Asked

career path	10/28/2009
Q: First let me thank you for you time. I have a 17 year old son, a senior in high school. When his ... A: Pati To become an airline pilot, you can have a degree in any subject. The major airlines prefer a ...
Aspiring Pilot needs guidance	10/26/2009
Q: First off all, THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME! I can't tell you how much I appreciate any and all input ... A: Stephen * My first major dilemma is that I can't decide between helicopter and aeroplane. Both ...
career path confusion	9/17/2009
Q: I have a few questions about what career path to pursue given my current situation. I would love to ... A: Courtney I really can't advise on aviation management careers since it is not in my scope of entry ...
degrees needed to be a pilot	8/23/2009
Q: i want to know what degrees i need to become a commercial pilot and the universities i can attend in ... A: Christopher You can major in any subject you like. Pick what interests you so you will get good ...
Aerospace Studies VS Aero Eng	8/13/2009
Q: UNITED NATIONAL BANK Plc., # 11, THE PROMENADE, BRISTOL, BS8 3NN, UNITED KINGDOM. Dear Sir, ... A: Distinguishing between Aerospace Studies and Aero Engineering Aerospace Engineering is just that- ...
flying information-jobs	8/1/2009
Q: How many overall hours are needed to fly a boeing 777 aircraft as a co-pilot to get a job with an ... A: Akram, 1) How many overall hours are needed to fly a boeing 777 aircraft as a co-pilot to get a job ...
Aviation Careers	7/24/2009
Q: I suppose my question comes in multiple parts and is relatively diffucult to answer but here goes: ... A: Paul, "What would you consider a next good step?" Since you have accumulated such a large amount ...
aviation management	7/23/2009
Q: What an aviation manager has to do? what is their job? Is this a flying or non-flying job? Is their ... A: Nafeesa 1) What an aviation manager has to do? what is their job? Is this a flying or non-flying ...
Pilot career, building experience abroad	7/6/2009
Q: Hey Dottie, I took my time over the last few years to finish my flight training out of pocket. I ... A: Will With your level of experience (commercial with low total time), you would be hard pressed to ...
jump pilot	6/22/2009
Q: I am curious as to what the requirements are in order to become a jump pilot after receiving my ... A: Alex To become a jump pilot, you need to have a Commercial pilot certificate, not just a Private ...
Flight school vs. Military	6/19/2009
Q: I'm currently doing thurough research for obtaining a pilots liscense and am learning alot reading ... A: 1)[What] would be more cost effective and learning wise more beneficial then to go to flight school ...
pilot career, just graduated H.S.	6/17/2009
Q: I just graduated from high school and I would like to pursuit a career in the aviation field. The ... A: Juliana I had no relatives working in aviation and I was also the first pilot in the family, so I ...
dont know how to start.	6/13/2009
Q: i am 16 and i want to become a commercial airline pilot but i dont know whether i should go to ... A: Ivan Since you are only 16, there is a whole lot about the career you should know. First, you will ...
2yr av degree VS flight school	6/2/2009
Q: what do you think should i go to collage in a 2-year aviation program or go to a flight school and ... A: Neal The airlines don't care how you get your qualifications. You simply need to be a competitive ...
US pilot training schools for an Indian	6/1/2009
Q: I am jinal mehta and on student visa in us.i want to get addmission in pilot training schools in ... A: Jinal- 1) please help me to guide me about schools and what the fees stucture The fee structure ...
Commercial piloting/Color blind	5/8/2009
Q: I am red-green colorblind but was wondering whether or not that would cripple my ability to fly for ... A: Brock As long as you can "demonstrate the ability to perceive the colors necessary for the safe ...
am I to late	5/5/2009
Q: 51 yo with 300hrs (25 years ago) if I complete training,build hrs as a cfi do I have a fair shot at ... A: Robert If you had a job by age 55, then you would have a 10 year career with a regional. At such an ...
Single mom concerns	4/13/2009
Q: Dottie, I have served on Active duty with the U.S. Army for 8 years as a flight operations ... A: Jessica You say you are getting a Pro Aero degree, yet are not as interested in being a pilot as ...
F/O to Captain	4/9/2009
Q: Hey Dottie, I had a question about moving up in the "rankings" as a commercial airline pilot. I ... A: John Moving up to captain requires expansion or attrition with your airline. Of the total number of ...
Nigerian pilot sponsorship	4/8/2009
Q: I want to know if i can easily get scholarships in any of the airlines in Nigeria for the Comercial ... A: Gloria The only scholarship opportunity you might qualify for as a Nigerian I am aware of is from ...
term "heavy" aircraft	4/8/2009
Q: what is meant by a heavy aircraft?b A: Kathleen, The term "heavy" in an aircrafts call sign denotes that it is capable of takeoff weights ...
Commercial Pilot Career	4/2/2009
Q: Im a female junior in high school and I have to do a project talking about the career I want to do ... A: Maricris -How many hours per day and week on average would you work? This varies quite a bit ...
flight plan records	3/17/2009
Q: I hope you can help me. I would like to know what documents an airline must keep on file regarding ... A: Perry I doubt the company is an "airline" if they are doing sight seeing tours but an "on demand ...
flight plan records	3/17/2009
Q: I hope you can help me. I would like to know what documents an airline must keep on file regarding ... A: Perry Flight papers must be retained for 90 days, after that they are discarded. Only flights with ...
Which degree program?	3/12/2009
Q: I've been recently looking at alot of aerospace engineering schools because i wanted to fly but have ... A: Austin If you want to get an aero engineering degree, and can do it comfortably financially, go ...
Preference for an aviation degree.	2/20/2009
Q: Before asking my question, I need you to know that I understand very well that an aviation degree is ... A: In my opinion, no, I do not think an aviation degree is "preferred" over another major. As long as ...
flight training loans	2/16/2009
Q: I'm a senior in high school and my goal is to someday become a commercial airline pilot. Next year ... A: Eric What you have been reading has a lot of validity and you are smart to be concerned about it. I ...
What to expect [airline pilot career]	2/15/2009
Q: I am current first year student at OSU planning to obtain a degree in Aviation, my question is what ... A: Lothario "what may I expect after I graduate, What happens next? What are my options?" A pretty ...
Aviation Degree background	2/1/2009
Q: I am a first year student at The Ohio State University, and I am interested in becoming a commercial ... A: Lothario Most majors prefer if not require a bachelors and the regionals an associates degree. The ...
Airline Pilot	1/15/2009
Q: I have many questions since I have just decided to be a pilot. I am a junior in High School and want ... A: Nayab, As long as your vision is correctable to meet the First Class Airman medical standard of a ...
online B.A.	1/12/2009
Q: I have an AAS and I currently hold CFI,CFII,MEI and im about to start instructing. I know if I'm ... A: Ken There are many pilot who have been hired with an Associates degree. That said, some airlines ...
pilots	11/21/2008
Q: what is involved in the work? describe the place or places that this work takes place? what are the ... A: Simon This sounds a bit like a "homework" question, but regarding airline pilots: 1) what is ...
from zero to hero... being a pilot	11/18/2008
Q: I saw that in 2006 you had just 300 TT and desperately looking for a time building job in texas. and ... A: Cory Not sure what you were reading, but in 2006 I was flying for an airline. However I do remember ...
scholarships, grants funding for training	11/11/2008
Q: I am a 42 women married, my son and step son are freshmen in college. I currently am in the process ... A: Lorie I certainly hope there is a way you can recoup some of your loans funds but it may be an ...
scholarships, grants funding for training	11/11/2008
Q: I am a 42 women married, my son and step son are freshmen in college. I currently am in the process ... A: Lorie I am so very sorry to hear about the loan situation! I simply cannot imagine what kind of ...
scholarships, grants funding for training	11/10/2008
Q: I am a 42 women married, my son and step son are freshmen in college. I currently am in the process ... A: Lorie It sounds as if becoming a member of your local Ninety-Nines chapter would help you out. Once ...
major airline / direct entry	10/12/2008
Q: I just arrived from France and I was wondering if here, after graduating from an university like ... A: "Do you know a website where airline pilots share their courses"? Do you mean information about ...
Brazilian pilot cert conversion	10/10/2008
Q: Dottie, What about my case, I´m a student pilot here in Brazil. If I finish all the training ... A: Julio As a foreign national wanting to come to the USA to work, your first concern should be ...
Pilot training.	10/9/2008
Q: I'm planning to do my CPL training from the US. My mail concern is choosing a 'GENUINE' school. I ... A: "My mail concern is choosing a 'GENUINE' school." I am not sure what you mean by a "genuine" ...
major airline / direct entry	10/8/2008
Q: I just arrived from France and I was wondering if here, after graduating from an university like ... A: Leeroy, There is no such thing as "direct entry", ab-initio or cadet programs into the American ...
pilot schools	9/27/2008
Q: what college do you think would be good choice if i want to be a pilot and what might the ... A: Christian Any college/university where you can get your bachelors degree will be fine. The airlines ...
Grades required for admisssion to a flying school	9/22/2008
Q: what is the minimum grade required to get an admission in a flying school.Will i get scholarship in ... A: Niraj In the United States, there are three kinds of "flight schools". 1) Is literally a flight ...
Interested in being an airline pilot	9/19/2008
Q: I’m extremely interested, and determined in becoming an airline pilot. This seems like a perfect job ... A: Mitchell, The outlook for airline pilots over the long haul looks good. You should not hinge your ...
choosing a flight school	9/16/2008
Q: I am in the process of choosing between 2 flight schools and would like your opinion. The first ... A: Alex Not being part of the hiring board, I cannot say for certain but it seems to me they do not ...
choosing a flight school	8/31/2008
Q: I am in the process of choosing between 2 flight schools and would like your opinion. The first ... A: Alex I have no personal experience with ATP, but I do know some pilots who have done their career ...
extremely concerned	8/31/2008
Q: Before I begin, please forgive me for the long question. I am 36 years old and am almost done with ... A: 1) You had mentioned that back in 2001, regionals were requiring about a 1000 hours. I think i ...
extremely concerned	8/21/2008
Q: Before I begin, please forgive me for the long question. I am 36 years old and am almost done with ... A: Andy, 1) I think this downturn is having a deeper impact than the post 9/11 fallout because of the ...
Pilot Career (ERAU,military)	8/16/2008
Q: What are my chances of flying for a major airline one day without going the military route and ... A: John In the past the military was the prime source of well trained pilots for the airlines. Today ...
32 years old want to be ATP, CFII	7/23/2008
Q: my name is noel,im 32 years old, O experience almost ready to start my PPL and looking for ATP,CFII, ... A: Noel If you intend to get from zero flight time to CFI in just 10 months while keeping your full ...
i want to be a pilot with no H.S. diploma	7/17/2008
Q: i want to be a pilot but i don't know where should i go when i finished grade 12. i am now 15 years ... A: In the United States, you must have a high school diploma for a pilot position with the airlines. ...
Want to be a commercial pilot	7/8/2008
Q: I am Abdul Rafay and i am currently doing A-Levels from Pakistan.My A-Levels will complete till June ... A: It can be very difficult for a foreign national to become a commercial pilot in the United States. ...
height and residency in USA	7/6/2008
Q: Would that be a problem with FAA requirements. I would like to work for a year or two then go ... A: Your height would not be an issue with the FAA in getting a medical or a pilot certificate. The FAA ...
Pilot career, age 40	7/3/2008
Q: i AM a 40 year old male. I own small business in construction. I was aircraft maint in the navy for ... A: Mark What would be your best step forward toward good paying pilot jobs? Simply getting your foot ...
pilot training at 40	7/3/2008
Q: I wanted to know if airlines would be less inclined in hiring pilots at 41 after finishing flight ... A: Unlike abroad, airlines in the United States do not hire pilots with zero flight experience then ...
FA Career query	6/25/2008
Q: am akanksha am doing b.sc in hospitality and hotel management and am interested i aviation but i ... A: Since I am in the United States, my profile says I cannot address airline careers queries from ...
Career in Travel and Tourism	6/12/2008
Q: This pertains to my wife's career. She is currently pursuing her bachelor degree in Sociology. She ... A: 1) My Wife is not keen on joining any specific Airline. She is looking for the entry level jobs as ...
Career in Travel and Tourism	6/12/2008
Q: This pertains to my wife's career. She is currently pursuing her bachelor degree in Sociology. She ... A: Sanjay "what specilisation she needs to take for doing in Master's.(Like MBA in Toursim)." What is ...
air force	6/7/2008
Q: im 16 and have been wondering how hard the aviation field is to get into for someone who has been ... A: Chance There are no Air Force pilots without college degrees, so the situation you describe (an ...
becoming an airline pilot	6/4/2008
Q: I am 15 and want to be a airline pilot and I am wondering how you go about it do I have to get my ... A: Cortney 1) How [do] you go about it? Do I have to get my private pilots license first or can I just ...
Flight Attendant Pay	5/29/2008
Q: Mrs. Dottie I am curious, I checked the link you provide (cabincrews.com) and it showed the highest ... A: Brian F/A pay (or any other airline unionized position for that matter) is based only upon the ...
After airline training	5/28/2008
Q: I was recently in training at a regional airline in the US. They decided to ground 40 aircraft ... A: Keith What I think you are wanting to know about is the Workers' Investment Act, which provides ...
career advice	5/28/2008
Q: I am 29 years old and am seriously considering a career as an airline pilot. I have looked through ... A: David What you have heard is correct. Very, very few airlines are currently hiring and there may be ...
degree	5/20/2008
Q: i'm currently in th u.s. air force and i'm getting out in aug.i want to become a pilot and was ... A: Justin An associates degree would be better than nothing. When you are trying to compete against ...
Flight Schools	5/5/2008
Q: I am trying to decide which flight school to pick for my pilot training, I am going for the whole ... A: Sameet I have no personal experience with any flight schools. Back when I was flight training, I ...
Scholarships	4/27/2008
Q: I would like to thank you for answering our questions! You indicated in a response that you keep a ... A: Linda Many of the scholarshiups in my database are given by the Ninety-Nines, the International ...
airplane opposed to helicopter	4/4/2008
Q: i'm currently in th u.s. air force and i'm getting out in aug.i want to become a pilot and was ... A: Justin As a fixed wing airline pilot with no rotorcraft experience, I can't really advise on ...
Rate of Employment for Commercial Pilots.	3/31/2008
Q: I am an aspiring pilot of 17 years living in Jamaica. I have started flight training here and im ... A: Justin 1)What are the factors that affect rate of employment? The economy is the biggest factor ...
height	3/28/2008
Q: i want to work as airline pilot my height is only 158cm's(5 feet 2 inches).can i fly boeing 747 or ... A: Sam Unless the airline you are applying with has a minimum height requirement to be hired, you will ...
airline height requiment	3/28/2008
Q: my height is only 158Cm's(5feet 2inches).can i fly 747 or airbus 320 since my height is less ... A: Unless the airline you are applying with has a minimum height requirement to be hired, you will have ...
Aviation Schools	3/25/2008
Q: ) am modhi , Female from kuwait...i just finished high school and i want to study aviation but i ... A: Modhi There are many, many colleges and universities in the United States that offer a variety of ...
Need Advice, pilot career	3/24/2008
Q: I am interested in pursuing a career as an airline pilot. I have to make some decisions soon in the ... A: Alexis Seeing as you already have a bachelors degree, you only need flight qualifications to land ...
F/A fluency, age requirements	3/16/2008
Q: I have some questions that have been concerning me. Do you have to know french fluently for becoming ... A: Rachael Whether or not you need to know French to be a flight attendantis entirely dependant upon ...
pilot career in the USA for a foreign national	3/10/2008
Q: i am charith currenly a student in new york doing my masters in biomedical engineering, i dont see ... A: Carith First off, if you desire to pursue any career in the USA you must be sure you can obtain an ...
flight attendant pay	3/5/2008
Q: Can you provide me information for flight attendant of various countries, european as well as asean? ... A: Helen In 2006, the median income of American flight attendants was $53,780. The middle 50% percent ...
General avation questions	2/26/2008
Q: my name is Justin Hall and I’m an aspiring Pilot. I chose to contact you because you seem to be the ... A: Justin 1) Flight School/ ATP I have no personal experience with flight schools. I did all my flight ...
need advice on piloting	2/12/2008
Q: I'm 18, currently taking IBDP year 5 (will be completed in 2 years time, equivalent to A level). I ... A: Helen You certainly have many questions! However, since you are apparently in the UK (you mentioned ...
wanna start my career in flying and aviation	1/20/2008
Q: My name is Nidhi. I am a graduate(BA) from India, currently living in USA. I m 23 yrs old. I want to ... A: Nidhi Having a background in customer service and using computers would serve you well in any ...
flight attendant career ?	1/19/2008
Q: hey i was wondering if i am going to be a flight attendant in london ontario canada , it's not that ... A: Stacey, As a flight attendant, yes you will definitely be gone from home longer than a few days ...
ERAU/corporate pilot	1/11/2008
Q: so in your opinion it would be better to attend a (community college or flight academy?) for the ... A: Athen If you are on a budget and must borrow most or all of your funds for your education and ...
future embry riddle student	1/10/2008
Q: I see that you were a female pilot who graduated from embry riddy aeronautical university. I was ... A: Athen Do you mean finding work as a pilot after graduation? Or are you taking some other major at ...
Regional Airlines	1/2/2008
Q: At what age do the regional airlines stop hiring pilots? I'm 52 years old, a CFII with 890 hours ... A: Gene 1) Yes, the age for retirement is now 65, so that gives you even more time. 2) Yes, that is a ...
Pilot training & hiring	12/9/2007
Q: Are there pilot's who after being trained in any US flying school are still unemployed or is it that ... A: Niel Yes, I am sure there are some that do not get jobs. There are three kinds of flying schools ...
Indian pilot training in the USA	12/5/2007
Q: I am a final year mechanical engineering student from India & I wish to pursue a career in pilot ... A: Nihal As an Indian foreign national wanting to come to the United States and flight train to become ...
Career question	11/19/2007
Q: About 10 years ago I started flying with the intention to pursue an aviation career, but due to ... A: Sam 1) About how much money would I need until my Commercial License and can make a living flying? ...
Regional Airlines	11/18/2007
Q: At what age do the regional airlines stop hiring pilots? I'm 52 years old, a CFII with 890 hours ... A: Gene The airlines cannot discriminate based on age. If hired at age 53, you will still have 7 years ...
why is there not many female pilots?	11/10/2007
Q: this is Kaz who is studying to become a airline pilot in USA. i have couple of questions this time. ... A: Kaz Personally, I think that even in this new millenium there are so few female pilots as the ...
Aviation TAS/IAS/AOA	10/27/2007
Q: What happens if TAS, IAS, AOA with an increase in altitude A: Dave, Do you mean what happens TO true airspeed, indicated airspeed and angle of attack as you ...
Instructing in the USA	10/12/2007
Q: I have a Canadian category 1 medical and commercial license with the multi IFR group one endorsement ... A: Jason To be able to instruct in the U.S., first off you need an Employment Authorization Document ...
Being a Airline Pilot	9/22/2007
Q: My name is ALisha. I really want to become an airline pilot, but i have few question i wanted to ask ... A: 1) How many (female) join to be a pilot each year in U.S.A? There is no way to know how many ...
aerospace in Nigeria	9/12/2007
Q: i am nnamdi onyenuforo by name, a graduate of insurance down here in nigeria. I HAVE A STORNG ZEAL ... A: Sorry but your question is outside my area of knowledge. I have no idea what aviation education or ...
Degrees/Courses needed to become a pilot and	9/4/2007
Q: I am of Jamaican and British citizenship and i am 15 years of age attending a prominent high school ... A: Alexander I am far from a "specialist with U.S. universities"! I hope you didn't get that from my ...
Getting my pilots license as a female	8/22/2007
Q: What scholarships are available to women trying to get their pilots license? I have completed some ... A: Vienna Your best chance for a flight scholarship or grant for flight training will be through the ...
iam arabic ,i want to know if there will be problems starting an aviation career...	8/21/2007
Q: hey,iam 19,finished high school. My nationality is palastein but i have USA passport and i lived in ... A: I know a couple of Arabic people at my airline. They have not had troubles in their career because ...
plz reply asap	8/21/2007
Q: i am a student at my 2nd year of the british curiculum igcse but i want to start studyin to be an ... A: Mohamed As a foreign national you are subject to the "Alien Flight Student Program" created by the ...
Breaks/lunches as a flight follower	7/31/2007
Q: I don't know if you are the right person to ask... I work for a small charter airline. I'm a flight ... A: Danielle You most certainly should be getting breaks and lunches working 7-13 hour days. If it's ...
Flight school	7/22/2007
Q: My name is Alex and i am 14 yrs old. I want to be a pilot and wanted to ask you when i can start my ... A: Alex 1) When i can start my training for my career here in N.C, Raleigh (age)....Can i also start ...
scholarships, career info	7/14/2007
Q: my name is jr and i was thinking about being a pilot. i am 15 and would like to know if there are ... A: 1)"i am 15 and would like to know if there are scholarships to get into a good flight school or a ...
Aviation Schooling	7/5/2007
Q: Dottie, Hello, my name is Jeannie-Marie and I am trying to find out if there are any scholarships ... A: Jeannie-Marie Yes, there are scholarships for women pilots. However those scholarships generally ...
aviation Universities	7/2/2007
Q: If you want to be a pilot, what subjects are necessary? What subjects to I have to take? ANSWER: ... A: Ally, There are many good universities that offer aviation degrees in the United States. I cannot ...
Pilot education requirements	6/27/2007
Q: If you want to be a pilot, what subjects are necessary? What subjects to I have to take? A: Ally In school or college, there are no required subjects or classes one must take to become a ...
Avoiding Loans	6/18/2007
Q: I am 25, have a degree, and my private. I recently put off getting the rest of my ratings to avoid ... A: Zach Putting off training for only a year really won't hurt you at all. If you can do so, and pay ...
being a pilot	6/15/2007
Q: please could you help thank you very much A: Stacey, The kind of day a pilot has depends on what type of flying they do. Even between the ...
Flight time conversion	6/14/2007
Q: I am retiring from the military and am looking for a career in the civilian aviation market. In the ... A: Rick You can find info about military to civilian flight time conversions here- ...
Flight Traininig and Career options for Foreign National - Woman aspirant	6/9/2007
Q: I am an Indian citizen on L2 visa in USA.I am exploring the option of doing Commertial Pilot ... A: 1) Restriction/requirement for foreign national to do flight training in USA? All the requirements ...
accident & hgetting hired	6/8/2007
Q: I am a student pilot and have recently been involved in a accident ,pilot error sustantial damage to ... A: Andrew No, you have not ruined your career chances. People do get hired with accidents and ...
Maximum age	6/7/2007
Q: My kids are married and gone. I now have the time and money to achieve my dream and that's to become ... A: Jose, Are you in the United States? I ask as it would be highly unusual for a low time commercial ...
Airline Pilot Qualifications	4/11/2007
Q: Did jet fighter pilots during the Korean War need a college degree? When did a degree become ... A: 1) Did jet fighter pilots during the Korean War need a college degree? I have no idea. That was ...
pilot earnings	4/5/2007
Q: I was thinking of going to the Unniversity of North Dakota to become a pilot. I have seen so many ... A: Kyle Airline pilot pay is something the general public often has a lot of misconceptions about and ...
flying school fees/ATP	3/25/2007
Q: I am interested in a career as an airline pilot. So far i have my private pilot's license from a ... A: Alex Having not attended ATP, I cannot say with any authority what their policy is or fees are in ...
flight schools	3/14/2007
Q: I am interested in a career as an airline pilot. I am currently working on my private pilot ... A: Alicia, I cannot say that I have heard anything good about Gulfstream. In the industry, their mere ...
job market	3/14/2007
Q: I just have one quick follow-up question. You mentioned that during slow hiring seasons, the hiring ... A: Brandon, There is a difference between "competitive minimums" and "hiring minimums". There is also ...
I know nothing	3/7/2007
Q: I am in eighth grade and am thinking about becoming a pilot. I don't have 20/20 vision, but I do ... A: Bethany, You can still be a pilot even if you wear contacts. Your vision must be correctable to ...
job market	2/26/2007
Q: First of all, this is a great service! I am 30 years old and am interested in a career as an ... A: 1) Regardless of the retirement change one thing is certain: every day you do not have an airline ...
Medical Exams	1/31/2007
Q: Hey I wanted to know what are the various medical check up one has to go through before getting a ... A: You can find the requirements for each of the classes of aviation medicals in the Federal Aviation ...
ABOUT AVIATION MANAGEMENT DEGREE	1/30/2007
Q: I;m currently a freshman at Dowling College in NY. My major is airport management at the time but ... A: As a career airline pilot, I cannot address management careers in aviation. Management positions are ...
Career Question	1/29/2007
Q: I would love to have your advice. I love flying. My father and step fathers were both held their ... A: Matthew Yours is a question that I get often, so to better address it and all the ...
commercial pilot	1/18/2007
Q: I am considering being a commercial pilot as a career. I'll like know the outlook is for a new ... A: Jean The "outlook" for the career is always in flux. When you start flight training, it may be very ...
College Student Up In The Air	1/3/2007
Q: I'm currently a sophmore college student, and like most college students, I can't decide if what I'm ... A: Jesse, Yes, as long as they are accredited an aviation university is just as "legit" as any other ...
First officer-Captian	1/2/2007
Q: When you becone a first oficer for and airline, USUALLY how long does it take to become a Captian. A: Justin There is no "usual" time that it takes to upgrade to Captain. It could be as little as three ...
age	12/31/2006
Q: first of all I'm 45, I have 740tt mostly hi performance time and I have been instrument rated for ... A: Jimi Too old to start a flying career? A loaded question! Well, that totally depends on the kind of ...
Pilot career route.	12/29/2006
Q: Im 21 with a PPL living in BC. In Feb. I'll be taking AME. Im just wondering what I should do after ... A: Tyson, First off, when you say you live in "BC", does that mean British Columbia? Secondly, when ...
aviation	12/28/2006
Q: i am already 60 years old and about 10 hours short of getting my private pilots ticket and i would ... A: Jim At your age, not wanting to accrue thousands of dollars (if not ten thousand or more) in ...
What kind of DEGREE!	12/24/2006
Q: I've been reading the information you have about becoming a pilot and I'm wondering what kind of ... A: Amber While many aspiring pilots do chose to get a degree in aviation, as that is their major ...
Jobs	12/18/2006
Q: Would you be able to tell me the requirements for becoming a commercial pilot and what their average ... A: Caitlin To answer the first part of your question would take an enormous response, and since that ...
pilots schools	12/13/2006
Q: I am going to be going to college to become a pilot in one year and I was wondering if, when hiring, ... A: 1) Do employers care what school you went to or if you have a bachelors or associates degree? No, ...
careers	12/5/2006
Q: I'm currently still in high school, but I want to major on something that has to do with airlines ... A: Daniel There are too many possible careers in the airlines to describe here. I suggest checking out ...
raising retirement age effects on airline hiring.	12/4/2006
Q: Norkus: First of all, thank you for such a quick and detailed response. Your answer made me ... A: Alex You are fairly close but only one thing is certain in the airline industry: things are always ...
raising retirement age effects on airline hiring.	12/1/2006
Q: I am 34 years old and have a private pilots licence with about a 100 hours flight time. I would ... A: Alex, While an age limit change would affect the airlines, it would have far less of an impact at ...
aircraft type	11/13/2006
Q: ok what i was saying was you sayed you fly certin groups of aircrafts how do they group them?could ... A: "... you [said] you fly certain groups of [aircraft], how do they group them?" Group them? I am ...
aircraft type	11/12/2006
Q: could you tell me the group of aircrafts you would fly if you flew for delta and also us airwaysThe ... A: Here is the current fleet for Delta Airlines- 737-800 757-200 767-200,-300,-400 777-200 ...
SWA pilot bases	11/1/2006
Q: ------------------------------------------- The text above is a follow-up to ... ok so as you were ... A: While you would eventually fly through every city in the system as a Southwest pilot, they only have ...
Flying for CAL...all the 737 series	10/31/2006
Q: so if i was to fly for continental i could fly all the 737 such as 737-300 ... A: "i was to fly for continental i could fly all the 737 such as 737-300 400..500..700...800...900?" ...
Do pilots fly every aircraft in that airlines fleet?	10/31/2006
Q: If you were to fly for a us airline do you fly every aircraft in that airlines fleet? A: They could but it would take several years if there were a lot of different ones (like 777, 737, ...
Female Helicopter Pilots	10/20/2006
Q: I was wondering how many female helicopter pilots there are in the U.S. I am a helicopter pilot and ... A: Monica This is the closest figure I could find: A 2004 article from http://www.justhelicopters.com ...
II. Should I go to college first or go straight to ....	10/12/2006
Q: Really sorry but I just have another question after I came back from a college night at my school. I ... A: If you simply want to be a commercial pilot, do not join the military simply as a means to that end. ...
II. Should I go to college first or go straight to ....	10/11/2006
Q: So what I understand that I still can become a pilot as long as my eyes are correctable to 20/20? I ... A: Bryan Yes, as long as your vision is correctable to 20/20 you can pass the Class 1 medical. (If you ...
Should I go to college first or go straight to ....	10/11/2006
Q: My name is Bryan Nguyen, I read many of your answers about being a pilot but I still have 1 more ... A: Brian You can go straight into your lessons after high school if you wish. However, in the United ...
Scholarships for women	10/9/2006
Q: I'm interested in any info you have about scholarships for women wanting to become a pilot. I've put ... A: Trisha While I was flight training, I kept a list of flight scholarships for women. Most such ...
low time flying job	10/5/2006
Q: i am in texas. i recently completed my instrument and commercial license with multi. i am looking ... A: The jobs you can try applying for will be skydive pilot, traffic watch or banner towing. Banner tow ...
Career as an airline pilot	10/5/2006
Q: As long as I can remember I have been fascinated by airplanes. Sometimes when we go on trips I ... A: Cody "Is Embry-Riddle the best choice for me in becoming an airline pilot?" While ERAU is ...
being competitive	9/30/2006
Q: What greades should i get in high school im in the ninth grade does it matter what i get now? and ... A: The pilots who are most competitive for jobs have the highest quality flight time in their logbook. ...
college	9/30/2006
Q: What greades should i get in high school im in the ninth grade does it matter what i get now? and ... A: Yes, to be competitive in the job market a 4 year degree is pretty much mandatory. Do your best to ...
turbine time and type ratings	9/30/2006
Q: ?and is it hard to get hired by a regional airline ? and does it matter how you get your licences ... A: No, airlines do not care where you get your certificates and ratings. You can go through a flying ...
turbine time and type ratings	9/30/2006
Q: hello i want to become an airline pilot and they reqiure turbine time how do you get that because ... A: Well, if you had the money, you could rent/buy jet or turbine time but that is not how 99.9% of ...
pilot interships	9/27/2006
Q: Right now I am a sophmore at Western Michigan University, studying aviation flight science. My ... A: Jordan I think you may have a mistaken impression of what an airline intern does. As a "pilot ...
piloting	9/24/2006
Q: Hey Dottie i have a bunch of questions i'm a JR in high school, for the past year or two i've been ... A: If you simply want to fly for an airline, do not look to join the military as a means to that end. ...
Becoming an Airline Pilot	9/22/2006
Q: I eventually want to fly for a major airline and what you have described has really enlightened me. ... A: It is good that you have a back up plan with your degree! It is always smart to be have something to ...
Becoming an Airline Pilot	9/22/2006
Q: I am currently a softmore in high school and I aspire to becoming an airline pilot. I am a straight ... A: Not sure I am clear on this "two year period you have to wait before you can get your airline pilot ...
pilot questions	9/17/2006
Q: just wanted to know if there was a time that we could chat on the net about some pilot questions. ... A: Troy Since you say you have a "lot of questions", I suggest reading over http://www.jetcareers.com ...
becoming an airline pilot	9/16/2006
Q: You said get my hours up im earning dual does that count toward my total flight times because like ... A: "You said get my hours up im earning dual does that count toward my total flight times because like ...
becoming an airline pilot	9/16/2006
Q: I started takeing flying lessons and my goal is to travel the world in a boeing 777 or 747 and be a ... A: "does it matter what grades i get in high school like c s and above or A+s"? To get into a good ...
becoming an airline pilot	9/15/2006
Q: I started takeing flying lessons and my goal is to travel the world in a boeing 777 or 747 and be a ... A: "what can i do now to improve my chances and what do airlines look for?" What can you do now, at ...
Furloughs	9/6/2006
Q: When i become an airline pilot what is the likeleness of me being furloughed or do they randomly ... A: "When i become an airline pilot, what is the [likelihood] of me being furloughed or do they randomly ...
Degrees	9/4/2006
Q: um I want to be a pilot but in case I ever get furloghed as a pilot, I want to get a degree that ... A: "...a degree that involves the buisness side of aviation (like working in the buisness side of ...
Flight Degree/Georgia	8/31/2006
Q: Hey, im a wanna be pilot. well i plan to go to the ATP flight school in Atlanta Georgia but I also ... A: Justin I have no personal experience with the ATP Career Track program but I work with some First ...
Flight School	8/31/2006
Q: well I was on a plan the other day and i was talikng to the fight attendant about flying and i told ... A: Justin The flight attendant is correct. Even though you pay $70-100K for a degreee from ...
Aviation Jobs	8/29/2006
Q: I have just enrolled at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University through their Distance Learning ... A: "... I have lately been hearing a lot of bad things about getting an aviation degree. Do you know ...
First Officer	8/27/2006
Q: Dottie, What does a first officer do on the plane? In the crash in KY, the first officer was ... A: Dianne A "First Officer" is the contemporary term for a co-pilot. (Like the term "flight attendant" ...
Colleges/ERAU	8/23/2006
Q: I would like to go to Embry Riddle avation School to get a BD in Aeronotical Science and aquire my ... A: Justin While ERAU is no doubt a top notch school, you definately pay for it and will continue to do ...
Computers/airplanes	8/23/2006
Q: I am a 11th grader and wish to be an airline pilot now what is the likelyness that computers will ... A: While computer automation already plays a big role in present day cockpit automation, I do not see a ...
Career at 38	8/21/2006
Q: I am 38 yrs old. Am I too old to start a career as a pilot with 0 hrs? A: Frederick While you certainly could make a career change at 38, it will not be easy and you may not ...
Seeking advice	8/13/2006
Q: First, I'd like to give you some background information about myself. I just finished high school, ... A: Shawn- "I am looking to invest in an education that will give my a secure career" In the airlines, ...
Life of an Airline Pilot	7/28/2006
Q: My name is Nick and I turn 16 in about a week. I really want to become an Airline pilot so bad. Ever ... A: Nick Your questions: What steps does it take to get to the airlines? How much do you get paid to ...
Demand for pilots	7/26/2006
Q: I have always be interested in becoming a pilot. I was just wondering what kind of demand there was ... A: Shawn- 1)"I have always be interested in becoming a pilot. I was just wondering what kind of ...
What should I do?	7/25/2006
Q: I'm just about to start college and I have really high aspirations on becoming an airline pilot. I ... A: Kevin I think you are barking up the wrong tree. If you intend to go into a career as a pilot, you ...
After school	7/23/2006
Q: I would like to know what one must do after school to be hired by an airline. I'm looking at Embry ... A: Alex I get so many questions such as yours, I created a web site to help address the many FAQs that ...
Training to become a pilot	7/21/2006
Q: I have looked into various routes to becoming a pilot. Some people say the Air Force is the best ... A: Gina- "My son is 14 years old and all he talks about it being a pilot (flying commercial jets)." ...
Helicopter school safety records..	7/18/2006
Q: I’m deciding about whether to pursuit a helicopter career or not. Looking at the statistics on ... A: Chris, As far as I know, there isn't a database of 'safety records' by flight school. However, any ...
Military to Airlines	7/17/2006
Q: I am a military pilot for the AF flying heavies and will retire in 5 years (42 years old at that ... A: Jim Not having a military background I am not the 'authority' on the military transition but I ...
i want to be a pilot	7/16/2006
Q: hi Dottie Norkus i am 13 years old and i want to be a pilot so i ask u how long do i have to wait ... A: Brandon Are you asking about a Private Pilot License? Or a commercial pilot career? In the USA, ...
Military or Pilot school?	7/11/2006
Q: Thanx for all the help, and sorry I keep asking questions but one more, HA. SO you advise against ... A: "SO you advise against getting the degree? It doesn't look a whole lot better to have a degree in ...
Military or Pilot school?	7/10/2006
Q: I did have one more quick quesiton though. The one thing I was debating about NAVY or pilot school ... A: Trey "I want to get my BS in aviation then attend a flight school. I estimated that it would come ...
time building	7/10/2006
Q: In developing the necessary flight time, resources speak of the possibility of obtaining a job ... A: John Time building jobs are usually had by networking. Aerial survey, pipeline patrol, fish ...
airline careers	7/10/2006
Q: I am a merchant mariner(2nd mate) with 10 years at sea. I was recently diagnosed with a bicuspid ... A: Anand- If you have a medical condition that may prevent you from sailing, it may also disqualify ...
Military or Pilot school?	7/9/2006
Q: I'm looking into becoming a pilot. I just graduated high school and about to attend a JC. I was ... A: Trey, If you simply want to fly for an airline, do not join the armed forces simply as a means to ...
Airline Pilot Career	7/6/2006
Q: I have my college degree and have been pursuing a career in medicine and have actually been accepted ... A: Eddie No, 25 is certainly not too old to make such a career change. In fact, it's quite young. If ...
international pilot career	7/5/2006
Q: i recently asked u about aquiring J.a.a liscnece,as a U.S. citizen for purpose of working abroad. I ... A: JB Sorry, but an an American airline pilot flying in the USA I don't know much about JAA programs ...
international pilot career	6/30/2006
Q: i am a private pilot with a D.W.I and im about to start training with A.T.P flight schools.is it ... A: JB There have been people hired with DUIs on their records. However, with the pilot job market ...
Answer to your question	6/28/2006
Q: I am electrical engineer and now I want to become Pilot for international airlines. Whats my first ... A: Regarding what steps you need to take to become an airline pilot: That is quite a bit of ...
Employment	6/9/2006
Q: my name is Mike Slaybaugh and I'm hoping to have a career as a pilot in the future. I was just ... A: Mike Regarding what steps you need to take to become a commercial pilot and what comes after the ...
becoming an airline pilot	6/2/2006
Q: I am a 27 year old female and have been doing some research on becoming a Pilot. I have checked my ... A: Anna "I have checked my options and am leaning toward Aviator school in Fort Pierce, FL, also known ...
Which path to go?	5/16/2006
Q: I just have to clear a few thing up for you. I am already training at my local FBO for my private ... A: John Regardless if yu have your PPL now or not, the only way you will get an airline job sooner ...
Which path to go?	5/15/2006
Q: I am currently in the process of getting my private pilot certificate and was wondering where I ... A: John The choice to go via a local FBO/flying club or via an academy/school is really up to what you ...
aviation careers	3/26/2006
Q: i have my private pilots license, and i love flying. I have been told that the aviation industry is ... A: "I have been told that the aviation industry is run on pilots who are never home with there families ...
Airline pilots and employment	3/10/2006
Q: I am 16 and I really enjoy flying and I'll be starting ground school soon and I want to be an ... A: Ryan As I get so many questions like yours, I simply had to create a webpage about the subject to ...
Flight Engineer to Pilot	3/1/2006
Q: I'm a 22 year aviation professional, former AF Flt Eng on the C-141B. I'm currently working for an ... A: John Your question seems to be about two things: Should I go fo a FE position (at an airline like ...
Color Vision	2/15/2006
Q: I am 16 and am considering a career in aviation. Unfortunately, though, I am colorblind. Do you ... A: Michael The vision requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation 67.103 state eye standards for a ...
Employment	1/27/2006
Q: I am currently in the Telecommunications industry and looking for a change. I think I would love to ... A: John Hiring in the airline industry is always in flux. As soon as they declare another "pilot ...
Flight Attendant	1/13/2006
Q: I am interested in becoming a flight attendant. What schools or training would you recommend. I am ... A: Amanda In the United States, you DO NOT need to attend any F/A school to get a job. Every airline ...
lost GS on ILS	1/2/2006
Q: Used this service before it is great! Anyways, I am reading some sample gouges, I have an interview ... A: Chris In my opinion, the interviewer wants to hear that you would go missed regardless if you can ...
accident investigation career	1/2/2006
Q: I was wondering how to go about transitioning to a career as an accident investigator with the NTSB. ... A: Craig While I have had training in the investigative proceedure of aviation accidents for my degree ...
I am interested in getting...	12/29/2005
Q: I am interested in getting a B737 and/or A320 type rating. Could you recommend a few good places ... A: Jascha I don't know anything about A320 types, but many friends have gone to Higher Power Aviation, ...
Scholarships	12/16/2005
Q: Good afternoon Dottie, I also attended ERAU and will be going back for grad school this January. ... A: Megan I keep a list of flight training scholarships that are one time awards to help defray the ...
picking a college	12/13/2005
Q: Im going back to college to be a pilot, ive already graduated as an aircraft maintenance tech. Im ... A: Jake If you already have a degree, you don't need to go to an aviation university to become a ...
Flight engineers	11/14/2005
Q: Quick question, I am aware that the fE, positions are going away.Especialy with the major airlines. ... A: Rick There are a few carriers that still use and hire professional flight engineers. In the USA, ...
skydive pilot	10/20/2005
Q: i was wondering what the average salary of a skydive pilot is? A: Evan Not sure if it is 'average', but I got $5 per load and $10 per flight hour at the two DZ where ...
Career Change Prospects after 40	9/27/2005
Q: I am retired military and am needing to make a career change. I have concerns about my prospects ... A: >>>I am retired military and am needing to make a career change. I have concerns about my prospects ...
Thanks for the speedy replies....	9/19/2005
Q: Some more questions, please? 1. Define deck angle 2. What is low speed buffet? 3. What happens to ... A: 1. Define deck angle Got me. The AOA? 2. What is low speed buffet? Indications of an impending ...
piloting	9/19/2005
Q: First i would like to tell you that you are doing a really great job answering all those questions. ... A: I have a very interesting article about a poor girl from a village in China that didn't even have ...
Interview based questions - urgent	9/19/2005
Q: I have an interview with Pinnacle in a couple days. I looked up the gouges and came up with a bunch ... A: Back when I was interviewing I went over stuff like this for weeks to prepare. That was also 4 years ...
Pilot.	9/18/2005
Q: I think I want to be a pilot. How can I be sure commercial flight is for me? A: Ryan You should get at least your Private Pilot license, if not your instrument rating too, first ...
Hi Dottie, I am in the...	9/16/2005
Q: I am in the process of sending out my resume to several regional carriers. I have around 1200TT with ... A: Hmmm...didn't get an Email notice about this question. Luckily I got another and it showed 2 pending ...
Urgent!	8/22/2005
Q: That's right, Dottie!! I have a TT of 1207 hours and I am in the process of seeking a job at the ... A: 1. All my sim time has been on a multi engine aircraft. On my resume, can this time be added in my ...
Could you please provide me...	8/10/2005
Q: Could you please provide me with a better insight on the difference between MSL and AGL. In what ... A: Not sure if it's 'better insight' (as both are just standard definitions) but MSL starts at the ...
pilot careers	8/3/2005
Q: I have been considering a career in aviation for a while, and I have a few questions. If I earned a ... A: Rebekah "If I earned a pilot's license, how easy would it be to find a job flying?" Depends on ...
Hello Dottie, I have three...	8/2/2005
Q: I have three questions for you and I would appreciate if you could take the time to answer them. 1. ... A: 1. Unless you are applying to Southwest Airlines (which requires a 737 type), it is a waste of money ...
Hello Dottie, I recently...	7/30/2005
Q: I recently learnt that the US government is providing financial aid (almost 80%)to individuals who ... A: The program the people are talking about is the "Workforce Investment Act" or WIA and the crieria ...
Hi Dottie, I recently purchased...	7/29/2005
Q: I recently purchased the 'Questions, Questions -2nd Edition'. I was reviewing Section II that ... A: 1. Contact dispatch and advise them of the situation. Many airlines have a medical service dispatch ...
Hello again, I just ordered...	7/22/2005
Q: I just ordered the "Questions? Questions? Airline Interview - 2nd Edition Ace your Human Resources ... A: Jascha The Questions, Questions book covers the main points covered in interviews and is an ...
Hi Dottie, I think you're...	7/22/2005
Q: I think you're the best. Your replies and suggestions are very specific and you're the only person ... A: 1. With regard to www.willflyforfood.cc, I registered with them , but unlike ...
careers in aviation	7/20/2005
Q: i am thinking about considering a career in aviation as an airline pilot. I would like to know what ... A: Angee Since yours are common questions, I created a webpage to help anwser pilot & flight training ...
Hello Dottie, I am preparing...	7/18/2005
Q: I am preparing to send out my resume to the regionals in the next 3 months. However, I would like to ... A: Jascha Sorry I took so long, but I didn't get a notification of any questions pending! 1. Do you ...
General	7/18/2005
Q: Dottie, I am a college grad. with 1 1/2 years out in the working world which makes me 25. I have ... A: Sorry, but I didn't get any notification of any pending questions from July 18th, only one for ...
Greetings, I want to keep...	5/19/2005
Q: Greetings, I want to keep myself current in instrument flying. Renting airplanes becomes expensive ... A: To keep your instrument skills fresh, get any simulator software (Microsoft Flight, Elite, On Top ...
Can I get a scholarship to study in an aviation school of my choice	5/2/2005
Q: I have desired to meet someone like you and your group to advice me on what to do to get me to the ... A: Ijuptil Where do you live? I can only help with your question if you plan to do your flight ...
concern	4/21/2005
Q: my name's Rebecca. I would like to ask a few questions. Not about being a pilot but an air ... A: Rebecca, Hope this reaches you soon as the Allexperts site was down with a "HTTP 500 - Internal ...
First off, how long have you...	4/10/2005
Q: First off, how long have you been a U.S. Regional airline pilot? What was your first job involving ... A: -First off, how long have you been a U.S. Regional airline pilot? I was hired in 2001. -What was ...
Flight Safety	4/6/2005
Q: I'm a current student at Embry Riddle but I having a growing concern about my future after after I ... A: Cherie What a timely question! An ERAU education is a hot topic right now on one of my message ...
age	3/10/2005
Q: At 48 years of age, is it too late to change careers to get into a aviation career as a pilot? I ... A: Tony Sorry I did not get back to you same day, but I have been away on a trip without internet. As ...
Best route	3/8/2005
Q: Norkus: I am a licenced commercial pilot with a valid multi-engine rating and have also completed ... A: "My issue is that I am not sure if I want to continue with my university education. " I am not sure ...
Pilot Career	3/2/2005
Q: I am 40 years old and have 450 hours ASEL time. Assuming I get enough hours, will the airlines have ... A: Jim Most regionals require 1,000 total hours with a min of 100 Multi-engine. Your age will not be a ...
starting with a college degree	1/12/2005
Q: although i have the teaching degree, teaching has always been something that i have never really ... A: Dan >>>My question is: in order for me to become an airline pilot in the shortest amount of time, ...
Transitioning into Aviation	1/3/2005
Q: My name is Jason and I'm writing for a little advice in my recent decision to make a career move. ... A: Jason You are about to make a big career jump, so you should arm yourself with as much information ...
about certain airlines	12/17/2004
Q: sorry to bother you again but you mentioned that abroad there are some airlines that train their ... A: Jessica, If you are an American, you won't qualify for a cadet program abroad. Airlines in these ...
about airline pilots-	12/16/2004
Q: hey Dottie- i've heard that a pilot must have perfect eyesight. They can't wear contact lenses. Is ... A: Jessica "i've heard that a pilot must have perfect eyesight. They can't wear contact lenses. Is ...
Flying too late...	12/1/2004
Q: My obsession with flying which bloomed since the age of 3 was aborted when at 17 they told me I was ... A: Greg, "how could I claim what I was born to be, given that what crucified me at 17 is now removed ...
women pilots	11/17/2004
Q: I am curious about becomming a helicopter pilot. I am wondering how I can justify the cost of the ... A: Britt This question is a bit outside my area of expertise. However my friend Elizabeth quit her job ...
scholorships	11/13/2004
Q: I am looking for a wa to fund my training. I have zero hours and need all certificates leading to ... A: "I am looking for a way to fund my training. I have zero hours and need all certificates leading to ...
carrer scope	11/6/2004
Q: i always had a pasion for aviation, started sky diving at the age of sixteen, ... finily i have the ... A: "i have the money to do my CPL. i want to know how much work is there for new pilots , if i can ...
piloting	10/27/2004
Q: What kinds of technology is used in a piloting career? (school project) thanks for your time! Answer ... A: To keep it simple, I will tell the basics instruments, but refer you to a very informative webpage ...
piloting	10/26/2004
Q: What kinds of technology is used in a piloting career? (school project) thanks for your time! A: What kinds of technology is used in a piloting career? Can you be a bit more specific? Or maybe ...
gpa for pilots	9/17/2004
Q: i am a 16 yr old grl that would love to be a pilot. i just want to know if you can tell me what is ... A: I think you want to know about the grade point average one must have to get into an aviation ...
Flight Career.	9/13/2004
Q: i live in Colombia. but i am available to travel to any country. thanks Jorge A: Jorge, Since you live in Columbia, your career options will be limited to where you can obtain the ...
Airline pilots and academies	8/22/2004
Q: I am working on my private pilot license and I am considering being a pilot as a career. What do ... A: Geoff- "I am working on my private pilot license and I am considering being a pilot as a career. ...
I am training in fixed wing aircraft	8/19/2004
Q: I am training in fisxed wing aircraft. The Piper Warrior and the Piper Arrow and wonder what kind ... A: Greg When you say you are training, is it for your commercial pilots license? I hope so, because ...
Pilot Market	7/29/2004
Q: What is the market like right now for pilots? I'm not really interested in being a passenger ... A: Don "Pilot shortage" is a term many flight schools like to throw out. There never really is a ...
careers	7/14/2004
Q: I am becoming a senior in high school and trying to figure out what I want to do afterwards. I know ... A: Kristi If you are interested specifically in piloting, I can give advice and have many resources I ...
Caught in the crossfire	7/9/2004
Q: Dottie Norkus I want to thank-you in advance for taking the time from your busy day. My question is ... A: Samier Since you did not mention specific interview experiences, situations or questions I can't ...
Hi dottie i am fifteen years...	6/28/2004
Q: i am intersested in becoming a pilot when i get older but nothing on the internet can answer my ... A: Samantha While I can't address the military route to becoming a pilot and a flying career, I know ...
Airline or FAA regulations regarding religion	6/17/2004
Q: I have heard that there are regulations stating that if a pilot is a Christian, the co-pilot (or ... A: Howard I am afraid you have been misinformed. The FAA has no mandates or regulations on such ...
academic requirements	6/7/2004
Q: my question is,what are the academic requirements for one who wishes to be a pilot,especially an ... A: American airlines require pilot applicants to have a 4 year/Bachelors degree. Some regionals only ...
Re-career as an airport manager - or other?	4/26/2004
Q: Dottie: I am a private pilot who works as a computer consultant. I'm very interested in looking ... A: "What does it take to become an airport manager? What can I realistically expect to make at a small ...
Becoming a pilot	4/26/2004
Q: My situation is, I am 30 years old, and I really want to make a change. I've always wanted to be a ... A: >>>Am I correct in guessing you work for a regional airline? Why yes I do! >>>I guess that is the ...
Becoming a pilot	4/24/2004
Q: My situation is, I am 30 years old, and I really want to make a change. I've always wanted to be a ... A: Scott You say, "I've always wanted to be a pilot, and I feel it is the perfect career choice for ...
Employment as an qualified artisian	4/23/2004
Q: i'd like to further my knowledge and make a career out of my trade but here unfortunitly this is not ... A: Jeffrey I live in the USA, so I am assuming you may have some interest in coming here to work by ...
Flight Training	4/16/2004
Q: I am a women and interested in becoming a pilot. I live in New Jersey and see alot of flight schools ... A: Naana There isn't a standard to pick a school, really. They all must follow the same FAA guidelines ...
airline career	4/12/2004
Q: I've been searching everywhere trying to determine which commuter airline to apply for. Which ... A: Ryan Since you are already flying "twin turbo props for a small 121 operation", what motivates you ...
LOW time pilot looking for work.	4/7/2004
Q: Ms. Norkus, My question is a simple one to ask, but not so simple to find an answer. I currently ... A: "Simply put how do I get out of the rut of looking for a job to "build" hours and into that job?" ...
Employment In Flying	4/6/2004
Q: Also I have my insturment rating and of the 3000 hours of PIC about 250 hours are actual IMC. My ... A: James, If you truly want to make a career change, then it is certainly possible to do it. No matter ...
Can a 40 yr make a career change?	3/24/2004
Q: I'm a 40 yr old with a 20+ year computer background. I'm currently unemployed as my former employer ... A: John, If you truly want to make a career change, then it is certainly possible to do it. Not matter ...
High school subjects and funding	3/10/2004
Q: I recently got my o'level results and did considerably very well attaining A and B grades,and i've ... A: Kudzie 1)I have started studying Math Chem and economics and wanted to find out if i could still ...
Beggining a career in aviation	3/9/2004
Q: I am from Atlanta, Georgia and am seeking any information I can to get some sort of foot in the door ... A: "[I] am seeking any information I can to get some sort of foot in the door in the aviation business. ...
career change	3/7/2004
Q: to become a pilot for hire, such as a commercial or corporate pilot. I'm currently working on my ... A: "...after i would like to find a good flight acadamy or school where i could finish the rest up and ...
Best way to become regional pilo	3/1/2004
Q: I am a 37 year old male with no flight experience. I have been trying to figure out which way is ... A: Robert, Your situation sounds the same as a poster to the message boards at www.studentpilot.com- a ...
Pilot Questionare	2/27/2004
Q: Mrs. Dottie Norkus, Hello, My name is Tasha and I have to interview some kind of pilot for school. I ... A: 1.What is a typical day like as a pilot? A 'typical' day varies greatly depending on who one works ...
Airline Pilot requirements	2/2/2004
Q: I have 13 year old son who has wanted to be an airline pilot since he was 5. He is currently going ... A: Carolyn, I am not quite sure what the 'air cadets' program entails, but it sounds like he's at ...
help for aspiring pilot?	1/22/2004
Q: Dottie, Hello, my name is Shawn Bailey. I would like to ask your advice on a career in aviation. ... A: Shawn It sounds as if you have been doing your homework. At least you have some knowledge already. ...
Aviation Career	1/19/2004
Q: I am interested in getting started in aviation. I am thinking of getting my private pilots license. ... A: If you are interested in getting your Private Pilots License, then I encourage you to read my site ...
Career in flying	1/15/2004
Q: I've been doing some research on schools for flying, but since there are many schools to choose from ... A: Leo Getting all your ratings is a costly endeavor to be sure, and the DCA is one of the costliest ...
women pilot careers	12/25/2003
Q: I recently got interested in flying and thinking about a career in piloting. However, I've been ... A: Breanna Yes, at the present time there is a glut of pilots versus the positions available. However, ...
Planning a career as a commercial pilot	10/20/2003
Q: I have no prior experience at all in piloting an aircraft, but i'm almost sure that this is the one ... A: Andrew This is the most common question I get- how to become a pilot- so I decided the best thing I ...
SEL part-time aviation opportunities	9/4/2003
Q: I'm an instrument rated private pilot (SEL) who flys Beach Bonanzas for business/family tavel. I'm ... A: Bill Sorry, but this catagory of Experts doesn't seem to be generating notices to me. I had 4 ...
i don't really know what you...	7/23/2003
Q: i don't really know what you can tell me, but here goes: i am enrolled to begin college soon as an ... A: Steven "i am enrolled to begin college soon as an aeronautical engineering major. i'm not that big ...
Airline Employment	5/26/2003
Q: I hope you can help. My husband is soon to finish out his term in the Army, where he has been ... A: "...he has been working in the communications field. He has voiced an interest in working on the ...
aviation employment services	4/30/2003
Q: I'm 28 yrs. old and I just graduated with a bachelor degree in aviation science. I have 1,150 hours ... A: Ryan In the present job market, there is really no 'quickest route' to a job. Pilots are clamoring ...
College education and eye sight	4/22/2003
Q: My name is Edik and I am in high school. I have couple of questions. First does it make a huge ... A: Edik No, it really doesn't matter where you attend school or what subject you major in. Many pilots ...
About being a pilot	4/19/2003
Q: I'm doing a research paper for my spanish class and I would like you to answer the following ... A: 1. Describe your work briefly. A First Officer is a pilot who assists the Captain with the duties ...
Flight Scholarships	4/9/2003
Q: Dottie, I live in Greenwood, SC. I am a 36 year old mother of two, breast cancer survivor. I would ... A: Vickie There are very few scholarships available to student pilots (not in a university). Most are ...
Career change	4/8/2003
Q: I have had a career as a film cameraman in the UK since the 70,s. However, I have always wished to ... A: Bruce Surely you can still become a pilot (if you have the money) but your chances of finding a ...

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