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 Post subject: A dreamer looking to learn
PostPosted: 14 Mar 2012, 04:23 
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Hi everyone! I'm not yet a Beech owner, in fact I don't even have pilot certificate yet! But I just can't stop dreaming that one day, this will be me:

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I joined BeechTalk in the hopes of learning from the community about what it takes to become a pilot and to one day fly the Baron G58 in the picture above. I can't really explain why I want to fly, or why that plane in particular, but I think that most -- if not all -- of you must know the feeling that says "I need to do that one day". So, being the type of guy who likes to learn everything he can about a subject before leaping in, here I am, looking to learn from all of you.

About me, I'm an American living in Paris, France. My beautiful French wife brought me over here about 6 years ago and I've hung around ever since. I currently work as an environmental consultant, helping governments and companies better understand their environmental impact and what can be done to reduce it. That said, I'm currently in the process of setting up my own company (online publishing) that will hopefully get me a few steps closer to the image above.

I'm happy to be a member of the community, and am looking forward to our future discussions!


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 Post subject: Re: A dreamer looking to learn
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Welcome to Beech Talk Kurt. With the positive attitude and desire to fly that you have, I have no doubt that you will succeed in your dreams. Stay your course.

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 Post subject: Re: A dreamer looking to learn
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Have you explored flying lessons in France yet? Or is in more cost effective to do that in the US?

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 Post subject: Re: A dreamer looking to learn
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 Post subject: Re: A dreamer looking to learn
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Larry and Jason are right, come back to the US and get you PPL, then buy the plane of your dreams,

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 Post subject: Re: A dreamer looking to learn
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Welcome to BeechTalk!

Many of us are dreamers, too. That's how we got here :pilot:

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 Post subject: Re: A dreamer looking to learn
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Welcome Kurt!

Vast amount of information from all areas. Seach button will find a LOT!

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 Post subject: Re: A dreamer looking to learn
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I can't really explain why I want to fly..... the feeling that says "I need to do that one day".


I'd say he's already 'programmed', what do ya think?


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 Post subject: Re: A dreamer looking to learn
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Kurt, I am surprised nobody mentioned "Pictures" since you don't have a Plane yet, a picture of your French wife will do. ;) :rofl:

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Kurt,

Next time you are in the NYC area drop me a line and while I can't take you up in a G58, I can take you up in a G36. Open offer.

Welcome to BeechTalk!

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 Post subject: Re: A dreamer looking to learn
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Wow, thanks to all of you for the incredible welcome! Some quick replies:

Larry, Jason, Greg: I intend to start the PPL process when I'm back in the US (hopefully soon). Definitely easier to do it on "home turf".

Gilles: Some things are not to be shared... ;)

Neal: By all means! I don't yet have any firm plans to by in the NYC area, but as soon as I do, you can expect a call!

Once again, thanks to all of you for the welcome, I look forward to getting further engaged with the community!


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