Jay Honeck wrote:
As many of you know, my son is taking flight lessons. He's past solo,
and into his cross-country flights.

He's a senior in high school, and is wondering what to do with the
rest of his life. His initial aim has been going into engineering,
but has decided that math is not something he truly enjoys. (Although
he's good at it -- far, far more advanced than I am.)

He's now toying with the idea of a career in aviation. Possibilities
include:

- Commercial pilot
- Helicopter pilot
- Something on the business side of aviation.

I need some first-hand experiences, please. Hours worked, what to
expect at the entry level, how much college does your job require,
types of skills required, etc. What kinds of careers are out there
right now? What sort of college degree should a 17 year old pursue in
order to come out the other end with a successful job in aviation?

We're filling out applications for colleges, and his choice of
colleges will be steered by his decisions. Your input is very much
appreciated!
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Jay Honeck
Iowa City, IA
Pathfinder N56993
www.AlexisParkInn.com
"Your Aviation Destination"


I have a close friend who owns a C-150. One of his son's got interested
in avaition and went to Southeastern Oklahoma State University in
Durant, OK. He got all his flight certificates and degree. He did some
flight instruction at the University then a flight instructor at a
school at Addison Airport in Dallas. Went on to fly freight for a while,
then up to captain on a Lear 25, I believe. Now he is second officer on
Gulfstream 200. He sent a photo of his "office". He is not even 30 years
old!

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Regards, Ross
C-172F 180HP
KSWI