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My application is under the Continuing Education Officer Training Plan. It's a good deal - jump right into the job and have 9 years to complete a degree. Ironman, like everyone else I would like to congratulate you. I know exactly what it's like to wait for the call, and when it comes it's...

Thanks for the vote of confidence Pratt and Ironman. Ironman, I was told that the selection board met on Nov 4 so you should probably be hearing something really soon. I also know that the next Basic Training in Quebec will be January 12 - a friend of mine from ASC is a Platoon Commander...

I've returned from ASC and I am VERY excited to say it went well!! I passed the simulator tests and the doctor says the medical results seem fine and shouldn't pose a problem. So now I play the waiting game!! The board sits tomorrow (Nov4) so there won't be time to get my file to them for...

Thank you Vortex Ring. I am an officer in the Army Reserve and trying for a component transfer - I hope proving I would be a good officer won't be a problem. Thanks for the heads-up on what you know. Any info is a great help.

Thanks for the response, Gannet - outdated or not, it's very much appreciated. Any help is good help.

I got a call from my recruiting office today and they're trying to load me on an aircrew selection course for this Sunday, Oct 27. I've been reading through this forum and found some discussions on the topic, but I am wondering if anyone has details about what the Aircrew Selection entails. Is...

Well, I haven't PIC'd in much of Canada, but I can say that Newfoundland is pretty tough! I have literally taken off on a beautiful crisp winter morning, and before landing, dodged snow, flew through rain showers, got shaken in high winds that came from nowhere, and was "followed" by a fog bank...

Well I wish the Champ could pull what I need it to! It would have to be replaced in this case! Otherwise it would take me the whole day to get the clients into the lodge! Well, looks like I have a lot more research to do! Man starting this type of operation sure takes a bit of time...

Where in all of Canada do you suggest is the toughest place to fly? This question usually brings up some good responses (and a few arguments!).

Ok, lots of good ideas and help with starting a charter operation - thanks. One more question though: Do the same rules apply if you're just using the plane in support of your business? i.e. Using an aircraft to support my adventure/tourism venture - carrying tourists from the town to the...

Thanks for all the info guys. One question though - what exactly is Chisel Charter??

Thanks for your help Twotter.

Thanks a lot for your reply - very helpful.

I am thinking of putting an Aeronca Champ to work! I want to get into sightseeing, float endorsements, ski training, light charter (animal research contracts, small and close hunting trips) etc. Can anyone advise me on what it will take to do this? Who do I talk to about charter a licence...

I am thinking of putting an Aeronca Champ to work! I want to get into sightseeing, float endorsements, ski training, light charter (animal research contracts, small and close hunting trips) etc. Can anyone advise me on what it will take to do this? Who do I talk to about the charter licence...