Is my aviation and engineering plan in San Diego a good idea?
I'm looking to major in Systems Engineering at the University of San Diego and majoring in Professional Aeronautics at the nearby worldwide campus of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University at the same time. I'm also looking into taking flying lessons to become a commercial pilot at a flight school somewhere in San Diego. I've been looking around Google and other answers for some opinions for a good flight school in the area but I couldn't really find any good answer so I figured I'd ask with my own question. So basically, I'm looking for a good flight school in San Diego; I don't care about the price all I need is a quality school with quality training. Lastly, I'm wondering if the above mentioned scenario is a good idea. I could just go to ERAU in Daytona Beach, FL and study solely in aviation; nonetheless, I'm thinking it would be a better idea to major in something more flexible in a university focusing on many different fields of study just in case I can't do aviation for whatever reason in the future. I could also take advantage of the fact that ERAU has the worldwide program and major in an aviation related degree as well. (I should add that although Florida is a great state, I prefer California) I realize this may be a lot of work but I'm up for the challenge. I need opinions on how this would work for a 27 year old; I'm planning on starting this in January. Also, I'm looking into on-campus housing. Would a 27 year old fit in?
Higher Education (University +) - 2 Answers
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Fun and games are what you or your parents will purchase at ERAU. If you can not turn a post-secondary education into a job then you have squandered a lot of time and money. Money you can recover, time you can not. At 27 you are on the outer edge of ever qualifying to do much as a pilot. Get a degree in whatever you have an interest and aptitude. You can fly with about any educational background you can imagine. You do not need to know how to build or maintain any airplane you want to fly. All the aerodynamics you need will be taught as part of conventional ground school. Earn a degree in something that can support you and your wife and children (when that happens). The degrees that the pilots had in my squadrons were across the board, from aeronautical engineering to foreign languages to journalism to mechanical engineering. None of us wound up on the dole. Beware of the flight school hype. This is an elaborate process to separate you and your parents from a lot of money. I never met a pilot with a ERAU education. Just because they wear a uniform does not mean that they are any more professional than an CFI who operates out of a local flight school. The requirements are the same, no matter where the school is located or how fancy it is. ERAU has no inside track to any airline. There are almost no seats available now and those that are open are being filled mostly by former military pilots. The least qualified of which have more hours and infinitely better training than you could ever obtain in those pseudo-aviation colleges. Probably you do not have a ton of cash to squander, so invest your time and effort in training for an occupation that will put food on the table Every day there are military-trained pilots with better experience and qualifications than you will ever obtain at a civilian flight school who are competing with you for what few seats are available. I had my PPL when I graduated from a 4-year college and went straight into Navy flight school. I was appalled when I realized how little about flying I actually knew and that I was legally eligible to go kill myself and anyone else in my airplane or on the ground. My friend, dreaming of being an airline pilot is a wonderful thing. Don't squander your money and time.
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You don't have to have an aviation degree to fly. Most airlines want a 4-year degree, but they don't care what kind of degree. In fact, it would be an excellent idea to diversify just in case something happens like you said. I think you would be better served by funneling money you would spend on the second degree into high quality flight training. According to what I've read, ATP has a location in San Diego and they offer student housing for the duration of your training. Additionally, it looks like American Flyers Inc. has a location there. I don't know the demographics of their students, but I don't imagine you'd have trouble fitting in as a 27 year old. -- Matthew Everett private pilot and aviation blogger
Friday, October 21, 2011
Friday, October 14, 2011
About how long is a flight from Grand Rapids, MI to San Diego, CA
About how long is a flight from Grand Rapids, MI to San Diego, CA?
Just curious, and having a hard time finding the answer.
Other - United States - 2 Answers
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Between 2hrs 42min and 3 hrs 12min on continental airlines (two timezone changes)
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A direct flight is approx. 4 Hrs 23 Min. You can get flight times for airports all over the world at https://www.jets.com/
Just curious, and having a hard time finding the answer.
Other - United States - 2 Answers
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Between 2hrs 42min and 3 hrs 12min on continental airlines (two timezone changes)
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A direct flight is approx. 4 Hrs 23 Min. You can get flight times for airports all over the world at https://www.jets.com/
Friday, October 7, 2011
What time should I get to the airport if my flight is at 1PM and I'l dropping off a rental car
What time should I get to the airport if my flight is at 1PM and I'l dropping off a rental car.?
I have a 1PM flight out of San Diego. I'm dropping off a rental car. How much time should I alot for dropping off the car, getting to the terminal and checking in luggage? Also, has anyone ever used curbside check in? Is it any faster?
San Diego - 3 Answers
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If it were me, I would be dropping the rental off at 11:00 and heading to the terminal, and yes curbside checkin is wonderful and fast!
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It depends where you'll be dropping the car off, but to be on the safe side you should alot yourself at least 2 hours because traffic at the airport is a bit difficult. As for the curb sside check in, it is awsome and much faster. If i'm not mistaken, you can drop off your luggage hours before your flight so you don't have to carry it around with you everywhere you go.
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Curbside checkin is alot faster for sure. One thing you may want to check first is to see if the car rental company is onsite at the airport or offsite and then you have to catch a shuttle back to the airport! You'll get an idea of the timing when you rent: by the amount of time it takes you to claim your luggage, get to the rental counter, complete your paperwork and drive away!
I have a 1PM flight out of San Diego. I'm dropping off a rental car. How much time should I alot for dropping off the car, getting to the terminal and checking in luggage? Also, has anyone ever used curbside check in? Is it any faster?
San Diego - 3 Answers
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If it were me, I would be dropping the rental off at 11:00 and heading to the terminal, and yes curbside checkin is wonderful and fast!
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It depends where you'll be dropping the car off, but to be on the safe side you should alot yourself at least 2 hours because traffic at the airport is a bit difficult. As for the curb sside check in, it is awsome and much faster. If i'm not mistaken, you can drop off your luggage hours before your flight so you don't have to carry it around with you everywhere you go.
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Curbside checkin is alot faster for sure. One thing you may want to check first is to see if the car rental company is onsite at the airport or offsite and then you have to catch a shuttle back to the airport! You'll get an idea of the timing when you rent: by the amount of time it takes you to claim your luggage, get to the rental counter, complete your paperwork and drive away!
Saturday, October 1, 2011
What's the latest I can leave lower manhattan on a subway and make it in time for my flight at 6:00 pm
What's the latest I can leave lower manhattan on a subway and make it in time for my flight at 6:00 pm?
hi, i have a flight back to san diego tomorrow night leaving La Guardia Airport in Queens at 6:00 pm tomorrow night, but want to tour the city of manhattan as latest as possible and still be safe to make it to the airport in time for my flight. When should i hop on a subway to La Guardia to insure im safe? thank you!
New York City - 3 Answers
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NYC commuting can be hellish in the evening when people are trying to get home. I would give myself at least 2 hours to be safe especially because there is no train that takes you directly to Laguardia. Also, with all the inconveniences, stops, and other incidents, you don't want to jeopardize missing your flight. You might wanna take the 2,3,4 or 5 uptown to 125th Street and catch the M60 bus to Laguardia.
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No Direct subway to LGA. Better to take express bus from Port Authority or Grand Central -- and would leave no later than 4 PM if you want to be on the safe side. You could take the R or 7 Subway but then you have to take a bus to LGA....
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Super Slick Mr.Danger Trick Be at Penn Station 34 th St & 7th Ave no later than 3:50 PM Take the Long Island Rail Road 1 stop to Woodside When you get to Penn follow signs for the LIRR Any train at or before 4:04 PM will cost $ 4.25 after will cost $ 5.75 Buy your ticket at the ticket counters The trains take 10 minutes to get to Woodside and run ever 10 minutes or so when you get to Woodside walk back in the direction you came in down the stairs and onto 61st St Hail a cab to LGA Actual distance is about 3.5-4 miles and it's local Streets all the way Figure about < 10 minutes and about $ 14.00 w/ tip. If you do it right you can get from Midtown to LGA in under 25 min at rush hour have fun
hi, i have a flight back to san diego tomorrow night leaving La Guardia Airport in Queens at 6:00 pm tomorrow night, but want to tour the city of manhattan as latest as possible and still be safe to make it to the airport in time for my flight. When should i hop on a subway to La Guardia to insure im safe? thank you!
New York City - 3 Answers
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NYC commuting can be hellish in the evening when people are trying to get home. I would give myself at least 2 hours to be safe especially because there is no train that takes you directly to Laguardia. Also, with all the inconveniences, stops, and other incidents, you don't want to jeopardize missing your flight. You might wanna take the 2,3,4 or 5 uptown to 125th Street and catch the M60 bus to Laguardia.
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No Direct subway to LGA. Better to take express bus from Port Authority or Grand Central -- and would leave no later than 4 PM if you want to be on the safe side. You could take the R or 7 Subway but then you have to take a bus to LGA....
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Super Slick Mr.Danger Trick Be at Penn Station 34 th St & 7th Ave no later than 3:50 PM Take the Long Island Rail Road 1 stop to Woodside When you get to Penn follow signs for the LIRR Any train at or before 4:04 PM will cost $ 4.25 after will cost $ 5.75 Buy your ticket at the ticket counters The trains take 10 minutes to get to Woodside and run ever 10 minutes or so when you get to Woodside walk back in the direction you came in down the stairs and onto 61st St Hail a cab to LGA Actual distance is about 3.5-4 miles and it's local Streets all the way Figure about < 10 minutes and about $ 14.00 w/ tip. If you do it right you can get from Midtown to LGA in under 25 min at rush hour have fun
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