Pappy Posted August 24, 2010 Report Share Posted August 24, 2010 Hey guys, as most of you know, i just got out of the military. Well, i wanted to start college this term so i went down to the community college (Portland Community College) and I am pleased to announce they're wonderful Associates of Aviation Science/Piloting program. I am signed up for flight lessons starting the Winter term (had to take a few prerequisites first) and will be commercial certified with a CFI certificate by the end of the program (app 2 years from now) Im really excited about finally being able to do the real thing. Ive always wanted to fly and for the life of me, I dont remember why I joined the Marines instead of the Airforce (probably because I watched movies like Jarhead, Black Hawk Down, Saving Private Ryan, and Heartbreak Ridge) But anyways. Now is my chance to do it all for NO COST Thank you GI BILL! Just wanted to express my enthusiasm.. Let the congratulations begin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Condor Posted August 24, 2010 Report Share Posted August 24, 2010 Very very cool mate. Always wanted to try the real thing but i'm colour blind so i'm told it's a no go for me. The thrill of actually sitting in the cockpit and taking the plane off the ground for the first time, nothing can compare to that me thinks. Grats to you matey, big time. Well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JensenPark Posted August 24, 2010 Report Share Posted August 24, 2010 well done Pappy. and well deserved as well! Promise to update us as you go along... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perfesser Posted August 24, 2010 Report Share Posted August 24, 2010 Flight lessons for free. I hate you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T_O_A_D Posted August 24, 2010 Report Share Posted August 24, 2010 Good deal! I wanted to do that, but am realizing it probably won't happen. I tried the military route, but due to football in HS I messed up my left knee and they turned me down. So no GI bill. I'm glad some of the money from us Taxpayers is going in the right place. Keep us updated. Oh, and the GI bill isn't exactly free. You sign up at the risk of being killed for your country. Not all of them get to take advantage of the GI bill, Sadly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1. DDz Quorum Sid Posted August 24, 2010 1. DDz Quorum Report Share Posted August 24, 2010 Good luck Pappy, I am VERY pleased for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BadAim Posted August 24, 2010 Report Share Posted August 24, 2010 Do well mate, and enjoy your new adventure. I'm with TOAD, there ain't nothin' free about a stint with the Marines. You've earned it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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