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6/13/2013 11:16:57 AM EDT
I know GD is good for this!    

Previously a USAF F-16 crew chief for 6.5 years, still want to do aircraft related work.  My GI bill hasn't been tapped into yet.

I'm going to get my A&P cert soon and would like to know what I should use the remainder of my GI bill on.  

Ready....go!
6/13/2013 11:23:24 AM EDT
[#1]
get your fcc and possibly your IA cert as well
6/13/2013 11:30:04 AM EDT
[#2]
Become a lawyer who specializes in chasing air ambulances?
6/13/2013 11:30:34 AM EDT
[#3]
I would add specialty training for whatever systems you prefer or find the best employment prospects.
6/13/2013 11:40:22 AM EDT
[#4]
One of my sons is a Crew Chief on  KC135's, thanks for your service.
6/13/2013 12:04:11 PM EDT
[#5]
Quoted:
Become a lawyer who specializes in chasing air ambulances?


I've all ready got that under my belt.  
6/13/2013 12:13:37 PM EDT
[#6]
Quoted:
Quoted:
Become a lawyer who specializes in chasing air ambulances?


I've all ready got that under my belt.  


OK, then musical theatre.
6/13/2013 12:30:25 PM EDT
[#7]
Welding school?  Luthiery?  Women's studies?  Do you already have a CCAF degree?

Mech cert with A&P rating is about as far as you can go in the maintenance field.  Advancement from there is based on competence and work experience.

Why not go for an operator rating.  If you can fix 'em then you might as well learn to fly 'em.

Or do what I did (former 2A353B), get a BA in History.  
6/13/2013 12:34:24 PM EDT
[#8]
Quoted:
Welding school?  Luthiery?  Women's studies?  Do you already have a CCAF degree?

Mech cert with A&P rating is about as far as you can go in the maintenance field.  Advancement from there is based on competence and work experience.

Why not go for an operator rating.  If you can fix 'em then you might as well learn to fly 'em.

Or do what I did (former 2A353B), get a BA in History.


How's that going for you?  

In all seriousness though, I understand what you mean with the certs and not going far with nothing else.  I was looking at maybe something like Professional Aeronautics but was looking for some input.
6/13/2013 12:35:43 PM EDT
[#9]
Look at Florida Tech or Embry Riddle to steal the rest of your money.
6/13/2013 12:46:27 PM EDT
[#10]
Airline mechanic. Good school in Florida and in Mass.
6/13/2013 12:49:31 PM EDT
[#11]
Any avionics or NDT training you can get to go with your a&p
6/13/2013 12:55:01 PM EDT
[#12]
Quoted:
I know GD is good for this!    

Previously a USAF F-16 crew chief for 6.5 years, still want to do aircraft related work.  My GI bill hasn't been tapped into yet.

I'm going to get my A&P cert soon and would like to know what I should use the remainder of my GI bill on.  

Ready....go!


Looking to get into the avionics side of airline maintenance?  My brother took a bunch of avionics classes to get his certifications the union accepted.  Each one was worth several extra bucks an hour, even if he only manages the landing gear shop.
6/13/2013 12:58:59 PM EDT
[#13]
Quoted:
Quoted:
Welding school?  Luthiery?  Women's studies?  Do you already have a CCAF degree?

Mech cert with A&P rating is about as far as you can go in the maintenance field.  Advancement from there is based on competence and work experience.

Why not go for an operator rating.  If you can fix 'em then you might as well learn to fly 'em.

Or do what I did (former 2A353B), get a BA in History.


How's that going for you?  

In all seriousness though, I understand what you mean with the certs and not going far with nothing else.  I was looking at maybe something like Professional Aeronautics but was looking for some input.


I'm a DoD architect now.