I started using a sim before starting my flight training and i definitely had some bad habits. Mostly with not looking outside of the plane and just trying to fly based on my instruments because its how i flew in the sim. I thought that if i learned how to fly using my glass cockpit i would be so much better than other people but my instructor showed me how much I kept getting behind the plane instead of infront of it. I was slow to react due to waiting for information from my gauges. I was reactive instead of proactive. It was really incredible to see how i was training improperly but now i do a flight and take what i learn to the simulator to practice those same manuevers in the way my instructor teaches. I think the simulator is great but only if used properly
I really enjoyed listening to your story. Im 31 and just now starting my flight training, its a little late but better late than never right? I really like the fact that you talked about how scared you were going from the simulator to actually flying because i too feel like that and many pilots I've talked to say they weren't scared at all which made me nervous that i couldnt do it because i felt fear where they didnt. So i appreciate you mentioning that. For me, most of the fear is during the take off role where youre really getting sucked into your seat before becoming airborne but once my wheels are off the ground its like the fear completely vanishes. Im not real far into my flight training and i moved back home with my parents so its not such a financial burden. Will definitely be subscribing to hear more stories. Best of luck to you and everyone else on their journey to the skies! ✈️
Michael … excellent video my friend … here are my thoughts … debt=slavery … debt free=freedom,freedom, freedom … You chose well. Life is not about math. Life is about quality. … This is coming from a guy that IS debt free, lives a very high quality life with little stress and has EVERYTHING he needs and EVERYTHING he wants. … at your age the ‘millions’ you talk about making you will be able to keep … excellent decision! You will NEVER regret not being a slave. …. ‘’The borrower is slave to the lender.”
my dream job would be to have a to do sightseeing flights and some flight training, but oh god the certifications for it! I live in duluth mn which is a very touristy city and there's more attractions up the north shore.
1. Contract Pilot 2. Charter Pilot 3. Corporate Pilot 4. Certified Flight Instructor (Specialized) 5. Firefighting Pilots 6. Tour Guiding Pilots 7. Cargo Pilots (in small islands)
Hey Michael! I'm a CFI/CFII and an incoming freshman at Rutgers NB this fall! If you have some time to chat, I'd love to pick your brain on your career sometime.
Thank you for the encouraging words. It's easy to think the process is ABC but in reality, A comes with emotional and physical hurdles you never expected.
You mentioned links for cadet programs and scholarships? I’m a 30 something disabled (non disqualifying disability for pilot license) student, graduating top of my class next month with my associate of science in computer science and accepted to a data science bachelor program after dropping out of high school, but have always had a passion for flying since childhood. Recently I’ve been seeing so many single engine aircraft videos in my feed, it’s encouraging me to look into getting my pilots license but I have no idea where to start considering I’m not working and don’t have the funds… I haven’t even wanted to ask around because I’m embarrassed people will laugh at me for even asking
Fly as a virtual pilot on VATSIM. If you're nervous about that too, go through the written-test training process for virtual ATC on VATSIM. It takes a bit of study, but will help you understand that ATC is nothing to fear. However, accidental rule-breaking can still get you into trouble, when you don't have an emergency.
Thanks for the info. I was working on my pilots license, but my current job makes scheduling difficult. Was thinking of just buying a plane for now, and have it make passive income so I can work again on getting my license.
Greetings, Sir 🙌🏾 Thanks a ton for deciding to share your tips here... I'm grateful, Sir... Please, I have some questions that are quite peculiar to me regarding becoming a Pilot 😅... Please, do you have like an Instagram account or something I could send a Private message 🙏🏾? I'll appreciate your reply, Sir... thank you 🙌🏾😊
Thank you lots ! For those believing in karma or faith.... this video was literally clicked accidentally while phone in my pocket... Started playing by itself...so i pull out my phone.... !!! Perfect timing !!! ...cuz i was feeling down in my aviation journey. Future pilots.....never give up.... Keep the blue side up and a positive attitude ( unless u in a 🛩️Extra300 🛩️ )
As you know, their are FAA hurdles to overcome, which you did not discuss. Anytime you haul a passenger, you have to satisfy FAA requirements which are costly, insurance costs are beyond stupid, also will not be able to haul people without the proper medical certifications, type ratings, complex, IFR, and the list goes on depending..... Pilot since 1975. You make it sound so easy when in reality, it is not. Better do your homework.
Dear Michael Colley, your perspective on prioritizing avoiding debt over clinging to a few years of seniority is truly appreciated. After watching your video I'm not as worried as I was about starting immediately with only 30k of savings. I can wait a little longer, have more saved and go at this debt free. Inspired by your experience, I intend to seek scholarships, save significantly, and follow in your, and others', footsteps. I'm determined to make the rest of my life the best of my life. Career 2.0 here I come! Thank you for this video 🙏
I'm currently a student pilot pursuing my PPL at the ripe age of 39. I'm still working full-time in sales but my goal is to eventually transition to the airlines and to do it debt free (I've been debt-free for the last 6 years and really do not want to go back). If anyone has ANY advice, I'm all ears.
