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SoftSport:
Building flight hours after obtaining a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) can be challenging, but there are several pathways aspiring pilots use to reach the required 1,500 hours for airline jobs. Here are some common methods:

1. Flight Instructor
Many new CPL holders become flight instructors. This is one of the most common ways to build flight hours.

As a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), you train student pilots, which helps you log significant hours while also earning money.

Additional certifications, such as CFII (Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument) or MEI (Multi-Engine Instructor), can allow you to teach advanced skills and build even more hours.

2. Banner Towing
Pilots can work for companies that tow banners for advertising.

This is a seasonal job but can help you log hours, especially during busy times like summer or events.

3. Aerial Survey/Photography
Some companies hire pilots to fly low and slow for aerial surveying, mapping, or photography.

This job often involves repetitive flying but is a good way to log hours consistently.

4. Skydiving Operations
Pilots can work for skydiving operations, flying planes to altitude for jumpers.

This is a great way to build hours, especially on weekends when skydiving activity is high.

5. Charter or Part 135 Operations
Charter companies or Part 135 operators often hire low-hour pilots to fly smaller aircraft.

This is a stepping stone toward airlines, allowing you to gain valuable experience in real-world operations.

6. Pipeline or Powerline Patrol
Companies hire pilots to patrol pipelines, powerlines, or other infrastructure.

These jobs often require flying at low altitudes and can help you accumulate hours consistently.

7. Ferry Pilot
Ferrying aircraft from one location to another (domestically or internationally) is another option.

This job allows you to fly various aircraft types and gain diverse experience.

8. Cargo Operations
Some small cargo operators hire low-hour pilots to fly single-engine or twin-engine aircraft.

These jobs often involve night flying and less glamorous schedules but are excellent for building hours.

9. Volunteer Flying
Organizations like Angel Flight or other humanitarian groups allow you to volunteer your time and aircraft to help transport patients or supplies.
While you may not earn money, you gain flight hours and experience.

10. Glider Towing
Some glider clubs hire pilots to tow gliders into the air.
This job may not pay much but helps you log hours quickly.

11. Networking and Small Operators
Networking with smaller aviation businesses can open up opportunities for low-hour pilots.

Some companies are willing to hire new pilots for specific jobs if they show dedication and competence.

12. Military or Paramilitary Flying
Joining the military or paramilitary organizations that require pilots can provide extensive flying opportunities, often with advanced training.

Key Advice:
Be Flexible: You may have to relocate or work odd hours to get flight time.

Stay Current: Keep all certifications and medicals up to date.

Build Relationships: Networking in the aviation community can open doors to unexpected opportunities.

Keep Costs Low: Some jobs may not pay well initially, so plan your finances carefully.

If you're persistent and proactive, you'll accumulate the hours you need for an airline job.

La prompt la pour

abuzz33:
Instead get 3kwh must solar generator that will carry fridge, fans, tv lights. 900k which I have. DM me.

Drop your contact

Enskynelson:
You are a legend bro. That course won't count against you.

Mine starts with NOU21, would it stop me from graduating?

I paid for my passport renewal in July last year because I mistakenly thought my passport would expire in January this year, whereas it actually expires in January next year. I tried to reschedule the appointment, but wasn’t able to. I’d like to know if I can still complete the capture process using that same application.

Enskynelson:
It depends on the school you want to do the PhD. Some schools demand a CGPA of 4.0 while others accept 3.5 and so on. You have to check for the school you want to apply for the PhD and check their requirements.
If it's PhD in NOUN, you I am not that CGPA is enough. Kindly contact spgs@noun.edu.ng for specific requirements for your program.

What's the process of applying for a remark? and does it work?

Enskynelson:
Please contact your department via support ticket. I am very sure that your portal should not give u a course that is not for your Programme. Whatever you see in your portal supercedes whatever u see even on nou.edu.ng. Reason is, it is the most updated of all the info available concerning your course.
The only thing we can talk about is if the course has an equivalent.

Oh okay… I’ll do so, thank you.

Enskynelson:
You cannot see a course that is not meant for you in your portal. How did you confirm the course is not meant for you?

I checked on the school website for my course outline and the course wasn’t there.

Good morning bosses,

I’m studying economics and I mistakenly registered for CIT104 in my 200L and I later checked and saw it wasn’t part of my courses so I’ll like to know if it’s possible for me to graduate without sitting for it.

Cc: Enskynelson

Location?

Richtaiwo:
So this man bought 2 cars with 2.5 billion Naira and Abians are okay with that

Ikpu nnegi 2.5billion.

Next time use Grey, Cleva or geegpay.

I'm in my final year and I have TCE of 112, with 6 incomplete results, I'm thinking of adding the 6 courses instead of adding any elective for this semester and next, hope it won't affect my graduation?

Enskynelson

Farmchicken:
Thanks so much. I visited the skyline in UI, and the staff seems incredible.
I listed a few trouble to them, and they will make an order today, and I will come back by Monday for the replacement and repair.

1. Brake screeching
2. Gearstick not functioning properly
3. Leaking oil beneath the car
4. The car turns whenever the AC is off
5. Suspension and total handling
6. Idle state vibration is awful
7. The hub cover pan makes noises
8. The vehicle brought Out black Smoke this morning after replacing the engine and transmission from another mechanic along Benin ore express road.
The express mechanic mentioned that the engine knocked, and I would need to get a tokunbo engine which I did, and that was only a week ago.

I will keep you posted on whatever is happening, probably people with similar problems can use the auto shop.
This is my first car, and I have no idea about mechanical systems work at all.

How did it go?

I hope all is well at home?

I’m in

jceesquare:
The bolded looks like transmission issues

It was a transmission issue, I had to change the gear and everything is working well now.

3m?

Yesterday, I entered water with my Camry 08 and when I came out I noticed it was misfiring and then after some driving it stopped moving forward but can reverse, I had to park it.

I went to pick it up this morning it was still misfiring and I was able to move forward say 2km it stopping moving forward again. Pls how do I fix this.

Kingreign


Modified:

I just scanned it now and I got a P0031 error code and I tried googles seems like an issue with my O2 sensor, what’s the best way to fix this ans what are the things I should look out for when the mechanic is fixing it.

This is not "Camry 2007", you might want to make more research on the product you're trying to sell
Or post the correct pictures.

I want to change my two back tires, how much should I budget? And what brands should I prioritize?

My tire issue is 235/55r17

gsinach:
I have sport now

Got one already

Price?

2.2?

Nice

Location?

skiillzautos:
can't work

3m?

[quote author=skiillzautos post=125051495][/quote]Let's see the engine pics.

2m?