OK so here is what my hopefully future job requires to even be considered.  These requirements are to become a medical pilot. Any advice or tips on how to reach these requirements as cost effective and in a timely manner?  Also what sort of jobs before this can i do to build up time and good experience for this type of job?

Commercial pilot certificate
 
 Rotorcraft helicopter rating
 
 Instrument helicopter rating
 
 2000 rotorcraft flight hours
 
1000 PIC rotorcraft flight hours
 
100 PIC rotorcraft night hours
 
ATP certificate is encouraged
 


Thanks Guys    JJ

Hey guys thanks so much for the info, you guys are great.  As far as training goes with the Military, I'm enlisted which means i would have to transition to an officer to fly which also means another long enlistment. Not really what I'm looking for.  But as far as experience I'm an airframes mechanic so do you think that would contribute toward my career as a Med Flight pilot or not as much as I'd like?  Also what other sort of training could i do to be a more likely candidate for this type of job?  Thanks a mill guys.

On an ending note i do know that on base they offer a ground schooling at a lower price than out on town, would it be a no brainer to take that ground school or should i stick with whatever flight school i decide?


JJ

 i also plan to use my gi bill when i return to the states.  the only problem is the only 141 program i can find is an accademy and im not sure ill have time to attend the full course and graduate, so that is another problem i've run in to.  as far as using your gi bill can you explain to me the whole process in how i do that. thanks.


JJ

Thanks alot Brian. I'm thinking 141 is what I'm going with.  Any other advice would be great. Thanks guys.


JJ

Thanks alot Gary and Brian. Your information is very helpful. Ill look into the schools you mentioned.  Does SDFTI only offer fixed wing programs?So after getting my private license for fixed wing i would go to another facility to get my private for helo correct?  then should i stick with that same institute for my further ratings or shop around? what looks better on a resume?  also do you know if my va benefits only cover part 141 instruction or both? Boy lots of questions huh?   thanks alot guys. 


JJ

I have the same feelings as you Sundayblues!! I'm quite nervous but my excitement overcomes it, i hope the same for you! Good luck and take care.

Does anyone know anything about Silver State Helicopters flight academy?  I've become more and more interested in them as my researching progresses.  But I've also heard that there are some down falls to taking a program built like theirs, due to the fact that you pay for everything.  I've heard that people havent been trained for what they paid for.  Like I said I'm very interested in there program because it sounds like a great deal, everything in one shot and they seem quite popular.  Any opinions or experiences?

Thank you for your input. I appreciate it.  So what i got is, i need to get a degree in some sort of career aviation, correct? And i also need to be the "Top Gun" of my flight school whichever i may choose.  So sounds pretty basic for any job, be the best of the best.  As far as keeping my credentials respectable, how do you mean.  Obviously have a clean safety record but what else?  I mean I'm 20 years old i'm not an alcoholic and i dont do drugs and i am very well disciplined with a good attitude, so what else can i do to win the hearts over of my possible employers. Thanks again!  Any more information from anyone is greatly appreciated.   

Hello,
        Here is my situation, I'm currently stationed in San Diego, enlisted in the Marine Corps until 2009.  I want to begin helicopter flight school early next spring but have only 3 years until my enlistment is up and i move back to ohio.  Early this year i had an orientation flight and absolutely loved it.  My dreams are to become a Med Flight pilot back in ohio, so any advice or ideas on paths to take would be greatly appreciated. Now my questions are: should i go fixed wing and get my private license there then go to rotar wing or go all rotar wing training?  I was also wondering if there are any facilities in the San Diego area that anyone reccomends.  Now keeping all this in mind I'd like to stay as cost and time efficient as possible. Being in the military is probably the biggest obstacle i have to overcome to make my dreams come true.  Thanks for any information or advice.

JJ