tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post6674588108321977767..comments2024-03-28T17:38:51.301-07:00Comments on Flight To Success: The Royal Air ForceKarlene Petitthttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17910702587514001827noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-14988412831348703172012-08-09T12:51:49.521-07:002012-08-09T12:51:49.521-07:00Ahhh... that is so sad. And now, we have pilots fl...Ahhh... that is so sad. And now, we have pilots flying with glasses and contact lenses. Many kids thought they couldn't fly for the airlines when then didn't have perfect vision. Mainly the military and AA rules. But it's all about supply and demand. Now you could fly...at least on the civilian side.Karlene Petitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17910702587514001827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-57808324475453746242012-08-09T09:33:57.054-07:002012-08-09T09:33:57.054-07:00I think this is a great way to enter the skies! If...I think this is a great way to enter the skies! If I'd had 20-20 vision when I was young, I would have become a USAF pilot and probably had a career in aviation, either military or civilian. Alas, they wouldn't accept my contact lenses.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-74774163931981686682012-08-08T20:35:03.730-07:002012-08-08T20:35:03.730-07:00Ahhh... define administrator. It's all in pers...Ahhh... define administrator. It's all in perspective. But...<br /><br />Pride is something that cannot be taken. This is one of those things that another person has no control over, as pride comes from within. <br /><br />The job is stripped? The pay is cut? The pensions lost? The red rubbed off the tail? I can still feel pride in doing a good job. Pride in accomplishment. Pride in providing for my family. And yes, if the case is such... Pride that the Queen has certified my certificate. More than pride...<br /><br />Happiness also comes from within. So does our attitude. These are among the very few things we have control over. We have the choice to feel and think the way we want. Nobody can force feelings. <br /><br />Alex, well said. I still find it hard to believe that you're not 17 yet. But soon.Karlene Petitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17910702587514001827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-35525343764236376902012-08-08T17:34:44.162-07:002012-08-08T17:34:44.162-07:00Not so fast...Look at your ticket K...it is "...Not so fast...Look at your ticket K...it is "signed" by the Administrator of the FAA (it is line VIII on the lil' Blue Card)so 'technically' he or she issues /authorizes the certificate.<br /><br />As far as losing 'Pride'...as in "Proud" of the profession-there is fodder for a weeks worth of blog right there. Not sure if we are 'losing' it or it is being taken away by the media, un-informed 'experts' and the gap between what was, what is and what it should be.<br />You weren't around when the Red Tail had the "People, Pride, Performance..The Northwest Professional Team" decals-I had one on my brain-bag and I believe it. (of course when we got 'Republic' we added a fourth "P" for "Props" due to the Convair 580s...).<br />"Noble"? As in...?<br />Tim (TDY MT)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-13721060765634121052012-08-08T17:19:00.629-07:002012-08-08T17:19:00.629-07:00Hi Tim,
First of all, thank you for sharing your ...Hi Tim,<br /><br />First of all, thank you for sharing your idea and for commenting.<br /><br />There are many things that are certified by the Queen. The Royal Mail is an example, and means if someone interferes on the mailers jobs, she will use all her power against the person that is interfering. Even British Airways is certified.<br /><br />The thing is, her certification doesn't have anything to do with flight training or whatever you were thinking, but she protects her castle and what's inside. On the other hand, the idea of certification makes the British people feel safe indirectly. Also, it gives something a status of high importance.<br /><br />Karlene is right, it is an honor for the Queen to do such action. It also means respect and pride to the soldiers and, believe or not, to the British people.<br /><br />And yes, we are experiencing a huge aviation crisis, something that our pilots are losing is Pride.<br /><br />Tim, with all my respect, but she didn't parachuted with James Bond at the ceremony, she's too old for that. And this post hadn't any political intentions. <br /><br /><br />Cheers!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-90552972695851198032012-08-08T16:54:31.862-07:002012-08-08T16:54:31.862-07:00Thank you, Linda! I agree with you, and I thought ...Thank you, Linda! I agree with you, and I thought it would be essential to join the air force before joining the commercial field. I didn't know it was so high-paid either! But it's fair enough. :DAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-585680152268159362012-08-08T16:52:11.118-07:002012-08-08T16:52:11.118-07:00Jeremy, thank you SO much! Wow, your words gave me...Jeremy, thank you SO much! Wow, your words gave me strength! This means a lot to me. Cheers! :DAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-15851984573442484792012-08-08T14:03:11.903-07:002012-08-08T14:03:11.903-07:00Yes... so true! We always do have their back.
An...Yes... so true! We always do have their back. <br /><br />And for sure this is great information. If I could, I would have joined the RAF! <br /><br />Thanks so much for your comment.Karlene Petitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17910702587514001827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-66005704707343622892012-08-08T14:01:30.692-07:002012-08-08T14:01:30.692-07:00I'm thinking it is a great honor for the Queen...I'm thinking it is a great honor for the Queen to certify the pilots. A proud moment for those young aviators. <br /><br />Besides... honor and tradition does not imply training. Technically the US government, ie., the FAA certifies our licenses, not the people who train and check us. So much to be said on that note. <br /><br />So all I can say is... there is something noble in their process. Something that our industry and pilots are losing: Pride.Karlene Petitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17910702587514001827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-56422063483241359482012-08-08T13:56:02.155-07:002012-08-08T13:56:02.155-07:00Thank you for the comment Linda. I had no idea eit...Thank you for the comment Linda. I had no idea either. I think this is the perfect solution for Alex to fulfill his dreams.Karlene Petitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17910702587514001827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-82105357783688544552012-08-08T13:54:52.263-07:002012-08-08T13:54:52.263-07:00Thank you so much for the wonderful comment Jeremy...Thank you so much for the wonderful comment Jeremy. I know this will mean a lot to Alex, as it does me. I too hope all his dreams come true.Karlene Petitthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17910702587514001827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-41395365504398855952012-08-08T10:42:33.311-07:002012-08-08T10:42:33.311-07:00Our Brothers overseas.. We always have your back....Our Brothers overseas.. We always have your back.. and you Ours.. Thanks... <br /><br />P.S. ( are you guys still mad we won the war... Revolutiary War.. ?? =) Just kiddin...an old bar joke... when we would meet someone from England...) We love the Brits... Thanks for the Great information.UP-ELEVATOR.COMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01095787465052254072noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-57142293180308197072012-08-08T10:38:25.282-07:002012-08-08T10:38:25.282-07:00"Certified by the Queen..."? What kind ..."Certified by the Queen..."? What kind of a check-ride does she give? Just because she parachuted with James Bond (Mark VI?) into the Olympic Stadium doesn't quite qualify HRE Herself to sign-off on a aerobatic Qual-Card I think...though I bet the CVR would be a best-seller.<br />It is like forming a government based on a sword given from some moist aquatic mermaid...(cue Monty Python..)<br />She would be qualified to give a checkout in a Land Rover though being a certified Land Rover mechanic during WW2.<br />And the RAF's catch-phrase? "Second to none"<br /><br />Tim TDY MTAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-3738680312532168402012-08-08T07:23:16.152-07:002012-08-08T07:23:16.152-07:00Very interesting! The RAF is legendary, and it'...Very interesting! The RAF is legendary, and it's great to get the inside scoop on what's involved for someone to join and become a member--and especially a pilot. I had no idea the job would be that high-paid, either. wow.Linda Grayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00464543671077860561noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352377410388410195.post-23804070801087353102012-08-08T03:43:41.199-07:002012-08-08T03:43:41.199-07:00This is an outstanding post. I also think that no ...This is an outstanding post. I also think that no matter what area of the industry you go into, the Air Force is essential and for sure getting into the airlines will be rest assured this way. My flight instructor is living proof of how much of an Air Force education will do. He is one of the top trained Israeli Air Force pilots and I couldn't have asked for anything better. In my humble opinion, I whole heartledly wish this for you and so much success for a I know you will not only instill a sense of skill and confidence to be a safe pilot but also make Her Royal Majesty proud. Cheers!Jeremy Carlislehttp://www.jeremysflightdeck.comnoreply@blogger.com