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April 6th, 2008, 20:49
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| Old Skool Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Winchestertonfieldville
Posts: 6,742
|  Change in the wind..
Well folks, My days of a 121 pilot are semi-officially over. I say semi-officially because I haven't exactly left my airline yet. Sometime this week however, I'll be finished. I was recently called to become a product consultant and territory manager for a leading medical device firm. It was an offer I couldn't pass up for financial and QOL reasons. I'll be able to work from home and be on the road about 10 days a month making more than 10X my regional airline salary. I'll go back to being a CFI on the weekends and try to find someone to let me fly their Pilatus or Lear. I plan on staying very much involved in aviation from a teaching standpoint - it's truly my passion but not my career. It was a decision I struggle with in many aspects but don't blink an eye to others. It was a fantastic company. I flew with some great folks. I'll miss it everyday. However, my family and their well fare and comfort come first. It was a great opportunity and experience. I'll never forget it. Here's to all you airline guys.. I ain't got nothing but mad respect and love for all of you (especially you Train... Call me. I need some.)
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April 6th, 2008, 20:51
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| Senior Member  Join Date: May 2007 Location: Mom n' Pop Retailer
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Congratulations! Financial security should give you the flexibility to fly for recreation. Nobody telling you where to go...what time...or how much rest to get before you fly again. Sounds like a dream come true. Good luck!
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April 6th, 2008, 21:21
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| Old Skool  Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL
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| Re: Change in the wind..
At least you'll be able to afford those fancy highlights now.  Good luck man. Sorry to see you go. You didn't even get off probation, did you? Apprentice! 
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April 6th, 2008, 21:27
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| Old Skool  Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Alpha Tango Lima
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Smart move merit. I can't say I blame you man. Have any swag you needing to release?  |
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April 6th, 2008, 21:30
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| Old Skool  Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: U77
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Is this with your old company? bringing you north on occasion perhaps?
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April 6th, 2008, 21:36
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| Old Skool Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Winchestertonfieldville
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April 6th, 2008, 21:37
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| Old Skool Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Winchestertonfieldville
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April 7th, 2008, 00:38
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| Old Skool  Join Date: May 2005 Location: Paradise:)
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Congrats, and goos luck  
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April 7th, 2008, 01:06
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| Old Skool  Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Elk Grove, CA
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Just a side note, but maybe your now job will give you honorary ALPA membership? Maybe? No? Seriously though...congrats! An incredibly smart family move. |
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April 7th, 2008, 01:43
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| Old Skool  Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: People's Republic of Boulder
Posts: 2,292
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Good decision Merit! Enjoy the new direction in life and time at home!
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