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TimothyC-FL-708 · 07-03-2008

Roger,

I just got off the phone with Erik at ATP and was told that you are my "coach". OK, that sounds wonderful but I don't exactly know what that means.

About me, I have 12 years military experience (4 Navy, 8 Coast Guard). I have 0 flight time and have only ridden on planes. I am 46 years old (47 in September). I did have an opportunity to fly a Navy S-3 in a simulator and completely enjoyed it (even trying to land on an aircraft carrier - needless to say, it was a crash & burn! LOL After being Honorably discharged from the Coast Guard, I became a police officer and was the 1st motorcycle police officer for the department, and after that, a dispatcher. Ever since I can remember, I have really wanted to be a pilot. My father-in-law is the mechanic for St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Helicopter (AIR-1). I took the offer to fly with him and the Sheriff's Office pilot and all I can say is I want more! I want to fly.

Being currently unemployed, Erik's advisement of the 5 month course seems to be the best route for me. I know that I am "smart" enough to complete the class, as I was a Navy diver and had to learn more than just get the equipment on and get in the water.

I am currently married with no children with this marriage (marriage #4). However, I do have 2 children from wife #2 & #3 (one from each). I live in Palm Coast, FL approximately 1/2 hour from Daytona.

I look forward to hearing from you. If it is easier for you to contact me by phone, (H) 386-437-3093/(cell) 386-793-6239.

07-03-2008	#1 (permalink)
TimothyC-FL-708 Future Professional Pilot Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Palm Coast, FL Posts: 2	Introduction Roger, I just got off the phone with Erik at ATP and was told that you are my "coach". OK, that sounds wonderful but I don't exactly know what that means. About me, I have 12 years military experience (4 Navy, 8 Coast Guard). I have 0 flight time and have only ridden on planes. I am 46 years old (47 in September). I did have an opportunity to fly a Navy S-3 in a simulator and completely enjoyed it (even trying to land on an aircraft carrier - needless to say, it was a crash & burn! LOL After being Honorably discharged from the Coast Guard, I became a police officer and was the 1st motorcycle police officer for the department, and after that, a dispatcher. Ever since I can remember, I have really wanted to be a pilot. My father-in-law is the mechanic for St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Helicopter (AIR-1). I took the offer to fly with him and the Sheriff's Office pilot and all I can say is I want more! I want to fly. Being currently unemployed, Erik's advisement of the 5 month course seems to be the best route for me. I know that I am "smart" enough to complete the class, as I was a Navy diver and had to learn more than just get the equipment on and get in the water. I am currently married with no children with this marriage (marriage #4). However, I do have 2 children from wife #2 & #3 (one from each). I live in Palm Coast, FL approximately 1/2 hour from Daytona. I look forward to hearing from you. If it is easier for you to contact me by phone, (H) 386-437-3093/(cell) 386-793-6239.