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Old April 10th, 2008, 22:22   #2
PhotoPilot
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Default Re: Who's changed "back?"

I didn't switch 'back', but I switch again. Honestly, for my family and my QOL, it was a great move. I went from working at Cirrus Design as a Standards Pilot and project manager to flying a Cirrus for the owner of a medical software solutions company. From there, I helped him pick out a jet (brand new Premier 1A) and manage and fly his aircraft. He then gave me an opportunity to become a junior exec in his company managing client implementations . . .

I took it. I still fly the Cirrus and have the opportunity to sit right seat in the jet, but the income and resume building are pretty phenomenal. I'm much happier being able to afford to fly for myself on my own terms. Heck, it's also pretty nice to sit in the back of a corporate jet with a beer in my hand after a long day. Aviation was a fun and wonderful career, but the new gig is much better for my family and my sanity.

Just one perspective. Flying can be a great career - I just have a track record of having my passions ruined by trying to make a living at them.
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