Has anyone had any experience with these guys? Are they any good? I looked on thier website and it looks like alot of interesting trianing. Any opinions ? Im interested in the Victoria location. Also does anyone know if they do Multi IFR ?
Thanks
Parallel Aviation
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I'm not sure, but i know pp who train there that they said they feel that all they want is your money..and don't really care about the traning...i mean u still get ur liscece.and all...anyways ..i'm sure its not that bad....but i think there is better...u can do IFR with Pro in Victoria and Victoria Flying club...
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cessnafloatflyer
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Check out the flying club and Ocean Air for floats http://www.flyvfc.com http://www.oceanair.ca
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Northern Skies
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I did the second half of my commercial at parallel and loved it. Got some solid float and mountain experience that was well worth it. Campbell river is a good spot to fly out of..... lots of beautiful places near by.
I don't know why some people on here say bad things about them. My experience was good times all around.
Cheers!
I don't know why some people on here say bad things about them. My experience was good times all around.
Cheers!
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Northern Skies
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No complaints here either. I did all my training with them which included 50hrs on floats within my CPL, float and wheeled aircraft were all well maintained and the instructors were top notch. Owners were always accomodating and helpful as I was working full time while doing my CPL. I am indebted to them for giving me a start in the industry, especially during the tough period shortly after 9/11, and helping me get started flying floats commercially which is almost impossible these days as many can attest. Not too many schools these days will take the time or make the effort to help someone out like they do. I still keep in touch and know that things have only got better but don't believe they have MIFR training yet but it may be on the horizon...give them a call and find out.
PM me if you want more info.
PM me if you want more info.
Juan Air, commercial, multi IFR (IMC!), and a shot at a job when finished. Easy choice.
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"Trust everyone, but cut the cards". My Grandma.
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c_172pilot
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Hey, I did my training through the cadets and yes it was "quick and dirty" when you have 5 weeks to go from zero to hero it has got to be that way. I spent 5 weeks doing my 50 hour seaplane course with tom and never felt rushed or that he was after just my money. As far as having to retrain the cadets after, yes if you go from flying 48 hours in 5 weeks to no flying for a month or two your skills will be a little lacking. Keep in mind as a new class 4 "ye who live in glass houses ought not throw stones."
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Cat Driver
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" I spent 5 weeks doing my 50 hour seaplane course with tom and never felt rushed or that he was after just my money. "
Maybe he was happy just to be building his own float time?
Maybe he was happy just to be building his own float time?
The hardest thing about flying is knowing when to say no
After over a half a century of flying no one ever died because of my decision not to fly.
After over a half a century of flying no one ever died because of my decision not to fly.
