Military crap doesn't count for much in the real world no matter what you have been fed by them. I'd rather hire a person who has worked hard in the industry as a rampy/docky/CSA/whatever and experienced first hand what it is all about.Nark wrote:Screw the ramp, come join me in the military.
I finished my degree without cost to me. (I paid about $50/class for books though, not bad when classes are $3-400/credit)
I've had a few offers that I had to turn down because of my obligation, however when I get out I guarantee I'll get hired over "you" because of my military record. (Proven leadership ability, able to function under stress, able to stick to a commitment etc...)
You can still fly on the weekends. Most bases in Canada are somewhat close to an airport. If you have a CFI rating, teach on the weekends.
Not counting the car I just bought, I’m also debt free. I get free dental, prescriptions and discounts everywhere I go. Not to bad to be 43 and have a full pension if I decide to stay in.
Temporarily leaving the aviation biz was the best decision I’ve made. Perhaps some of you should think it over before spend 2 years on the ramp, which may lead to a flying job.
You can be as debt free as you want but you still may be job free with the attitude I see here cause there is no way you are "guaranteed" anything.
PS.. We dont have CFI ratings in Canada. And why would you want to work on your days off? Work to live, not live to work..
