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PGA07 · February 27th, 2008, 22:36

There are other segments within aviation in which you could make money as a pilot as well. There are far more individuals on these boards who can elaborate, but I will share in a broad scope what I know.

Early on, once you become a CFI/II, you can make some decent ($30,000+) money if you teach a the right school. If you do end up at a good flight school, making some decent or livable wages, it may behove (SP) you to stay there and build time. You may end up making more than you would at a regional during the first few years. Then when you have competitive times, either fly frieght, charter, or if you are lucky corporate Part 91. This is all of course, if you do not want to fly Part 121.

Otherwise you may look into becoming a sim. instructor at a place such as Simuflite (SP) or Flight Safety.

All in all, the pay will be poor early one, but it will get better. When compared to most every day jobs, you will be much happier in your aviation career. Also, don't kid yourself about that $100,000/yr. mark! It is a misconseption that everyone in the business world is making that. Fact is, most do not, nor will they. If you can make $75,000 at any career and be happy doing it, what more could you ask for.

Don't be to frusterated, work hard and you will realize your dreams. Good Luck!

February 27th, 2008, 22:36	#12
PGA07 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Western Chi-Town Burb's Posts: 615	Re: You Can't Make Money Being A Pilot!!! There are other segments within aviation in which you could make money as a pilot as well. There are far more individuals on these boards who can elaborate, but I will share in a broad scope what I know. Early on, once you become a CFI/II, you can make some decent ($30,000+) money if you teach a the right school. If you do end up at a good flight school, making some decent or livable wages, it may behove (SP) you to stay there and build time. You may end up making more than you would at a regional during the first few years. Then when you have competitive times, either fly frieght, charter, or if you are lucky corporate Part 91. This is all of course, if you do not want to fly Part 121. Otherwise you may look into becoming a sim. instructor at a place such as Simuflite (SP) or Flight Safety. All in all, the pay will be poor early one, but it will get better. When compared to most every day jobs, you will be much happier in your aviation career. Also, don't kid yourself about that $100,000/yr. mark! It is a misconseption that everyone in the business world is making that. Fact is, most do not, nor will they. If you can make $75,000 at any career and be happy doing it, what more could you ask for. Don't be to frusterated, work hard and you will realize your dreams. Good Luck! __________________ The Salmon Are Here!!! "Shoot for the moon, even if you miss, you'll land among the stars!"