I like this topic -- I agree NO ONE FORCED THEM TO WORK FOR THAT PAY -- Maybe they have money saved, rich parents, part time job at Mc`ds. They chose to work there, And if there are problems they chose to STAY. Plenty of good companies, but they wanted to jump start their carreer by paying for it. I...

You have your situation I have mine -- You need to worry more about youself -- will make you happier. I never said I have bought a PPC I dont even fly for profit anymore -- If you look at the job requirements they all say PPC required -- All I was saying is it is the NEW REALITY -- some are so sense...

I dont agree the way things are, but this is the new reality. Thats all I am saying. You buy your IFR you buy your PPC that is the new system. Join the air force if you want it for free. And gas aint going back to 107 a gallon. You have to pay for it! thats what I am saying. I have paid off my train...

I agree the PPC is currency -- You buy it You get the job. The industry has changed and those who roll with it will excel -- those who fight it will wind up here complaining. I have seen it ,this is the biggest load of whiners. Get THE REQUIREMENTS POSTED and GET THE JOB. I hope it does change --- b...

All I can say is good luck -- I have been here for years... still looking.

Thanks for the support... Just so frustrating. Willing to go anywhere and do anything to get time. Been in the industry 5 years. Getting close to hanging it up if I cant get work soon. I have been up north, done the ramp and passed twice by PPC ers. Something is wrong!

I have been reading comments, getting advice (not to buy a PPC), but things are getting tough guys. I need to feed my family and it seems that I might have to make a deal with the devil and buy the PPC. I have not been able to get a job. They ALL want a PPC -- You tell me how to get a job without it...

Borek wants you to buy a PPC for employment? Seems thats the oly way to get the jobs these days.

Does anybody know what the legal requirements to fly a Navajo or King air would be? I am asking because there seems to be a huge difference between what I read to be legal required time and knowledge and what employers are requireing. Is a PPC a legal requirement or just common sense?

Harv's has a huge staff and many resources, I think it is a good move to get a well established school back at St. Andrews. Even if it is just a small satellite to balance out so Winnipeg Aviation doesent get to relaxed being the only one on the field. Competition is Good!

I think there will be a lot of the low time guys heading out of Canada, it is just getting impossible to find a Good Job. I am not complaining but I am hearing more and more stories about low time guys coming back with a great tan and hours. Any other tips I hope somone will post. Carribian sounds s...

Glad to hear there are others trying to help others in this industry.

250 Hrs eh? - Thats tough.
1. Instructor
2. Jump Pilot
3. Load bags and hope for the best
4. Go into business for yourself
5. Maybe float has some lower time guys.

Good Luck

I have heard a lot of bad things about that place, BUT don't always believe what you hear. Research it yourself there are many resourses - ask the company for a letter of reference from satisfied students, enquire with Transport Canada. BUYER BEWARE !