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Summary: Excellent and Insightful Book!
Review: For anyone interested in a career in aviation this book hits the mark. After reading this book I found out how much I really only thought I knew about flying for a living! This should be mandatory reading for anyone interested in a career in aviation.
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Summary: Ok....for the price
Review: Good book for reading to pass the time, but not truly the career resource it claims to be. Many chapters are way too repetitive, and the organization of the book does leave something to be desired. The final chapter is the best part of the book (The web resources). Also, writer tends to use many abbreviations that a non-pilot wouldn't know, without explaining them. Found myself saying... "Huh? What does that stand for?... and what does this section have to do with the chapter topic?" and "Ok... got the point already, can we move on?!"
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Summary: A must read !
Review: I have not even finished reading it and already think that it was worth every penny! I am considering changing careers and find this book a great resource. Robert P. Mark will tell you without romance, from your first training lessons to what you can expect once you get your credentials. Airline jobs, corporate jobs, and all facets of flying are discussed and explained to you in a very direct manner. If you are thinking about getting into aviation you will find that this book will help you get the answers to most of your questions, and , more importantly, show you what questions you should ask when you look for your training and also your job.
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Summary: Want to fly for a living, this book is excellent
Review: I wish I had a job as a pilot to prove it, but this book gives you excellent advice for making your way through. Although the industry is struggling right now (which is why I don't have a job flying), there will be a need for pilots eventually. If you are thinking of embarking on a pilot career, get this book or get someone to buy it for you.
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Summary: Ok....for the price
Review: Not the "holy grail" of career change/job search piloting books, but not a bad reference for the price. Some good resume ideas.
I would for sure recommend it for someone just starting on their research for a new career/career change.
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Summary: An Excellent Treatise for aspiring professionals in aviation
Review: This book has been an invaluable resource for me, as it covers all aspects of aviation--from training and the plethora of options available towards those who intend on embarking towards a career as pilots, to CFI positions, your first 'real' flying job at a regional including many interviews from current (as of publication anyway) pilots at the regionals, to the majors. It also includes hard numbers on expected pilot retirements, expected pay, et., which is probably outdated post 9/11. Mr. Mark also provides a lot of insight on the best path for people in different walks of life--an 18 high school grad v/s a 39 career changer with 2 kids and a mortgage. All in all, the other books in this category, including those by Ms. Tarver and others just simply do not provde the breadth or the scope of this book. They mostly concentrate on the pilots or hiring managers personal experiences, which may have little bearing on your own. Overall, wholly recommended.
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Summary: Get off the ground first
Review: This book is of great help to the potential airline pilot as well as the private pilot with an interest further than his/hers present licenses. However, be warned, this is aimed at the american market in terms of job oppurtunities as well as training shools and technics. As concerns the eluding of pitfalls along the way to a flying career in general, the book is of great help and also lists an extensive number of web sites for one to do further and more precise research as to the potential of the market for a flying career. There is also an insight into the real world of pic's, through interviews and examples of careers.
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