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Seggy · 09-14-2007, 09:46 PM

Let me introduce myself to everyone. My name is Mark and am currently a Captain for a regional airline. I'm 25 years old, went to Rutgers University, played football there, and graduated with a degree in Political Science in 2005.

Doug and Kristie have been two of the most important influences of my career. Without Doug as my mentor, I would have been lost in the aviation career progression. His advice and work on Jetcareers helped me accelerate my career.

I want to give back the most ways I can. I am a very frank, no BullCrap type of person, so I say what I mean.

Any questions you may have, don't hold back. It is important to get them out there because probably someone else has them in their mind.

Relationships are tough and take a lot of work. A relationship in aviation is even more work. A couple of tips and ideas to think about.

Always look at things like the glass is half full. Don't think how long your significant other will be away. Think about when they will be back home. Sometimes distance is a good thing. Keeps things fresh when you are around the person.

When a dude does get back from a trip, don't have a honey do list a mile long, the first day. Let them ease back home, then slowly ask them to get to things. Make it a game. Tease him a little bit. Say, "you mow the lawn, I'll help you clean up in the shower when your done." Yes, sex is on a guy's mind a lot, but it is also on women's minds a lot so have fun with it!

Learn aviation termonology and DON'T be afraid to ask questions. Register on Jetcareers.com and post aviation related questions you might have, and learn the terms, such as what is a crashpad, reserve, upgrades, transitions, Per Diem pay, what pay is like, how is pay decided, different types of flying, etc. It is a whole other language and might be intimidating, but don't worry he had to learn the language and terminology as well.

The way most guys look at it, it is a VERY fine line on having your girlfriend ask you about work and being to 'nagging' about it. I am sure there are some of you out there, that want to go on a trip with your boyfriend, see his crashpad, meet some of the people he flies with, but don't want to ask or will be told, "don't worry about work, you can't come." You have to know your guy and how to ask him, hint at him, to bring you along. Don't be afraid to ask though and honestly if he cares about you, loves you, and wants the relationship to truly work, he would be more than willing to bring you along and see what he does.

Finally, for now, NETWORK, NETWORK, NETWORK. Come out to a Jetcareers/Jetgirls networking event. Bring your boyfriend. It could land him a job! More information at

Jetcareers.com - NetworkJC Basics

Hope this helps!

09-14-2007, 09:46 PM	#1 (permalink)
Seggy Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 23 Recipes: Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Some tips for dealing with a guy in aviation! Let me introduce myself to everyone. My name is Mark and am currently a Captain for a regional airline. I'm 25 years old, went to Rutgers University, played football there, and graduated with a degree in Political Science in 2005. Doug and Kristie have been two of the most important influences of my career. Without Doug as my mentor, I would have been lost in the aviation career progression. His advice and work on Jetcareers helped me accelerate my career. I want to give back the most ways I can. I am a very frank, no BullCrap type of person, so I say what I mean. Any questions you may have, don't hold back. It is important to get them out there because probably someone else has them in their mind. Relationships are tough and take a lot of work. A relationship in aviation is even more work. A couple of tips and ideas to think about. Always look at things like the glass is half full. Don't think how long your significant other will be away. Think about when they will be back home. Sometimes distance is a good thing. Keeps things fresh when you are around the person. When a dude does get back from a trip, don't have a honey do list a mile long, the first day. Let them ease back home, then slowly ask them to get to things. Make it a game. Tease him a little bit. Say, "you mow the lawn, I'll help you clean up in the shower when your done." Yes, sex is on a guy's mind a lot, but it is also on women's minds a lot so have fun with it! Learn aviation termonology and DON'T be afraid to ask questions. Register on Jetcareers.com and post aviation related questions you might have, and learn the terms, such as what is a crashpad, reserve, upgrades, transitions, Per Diem pay, what pay is like, how is pay decided, different types of flying, etc. It is a whole other language and might be intimidating, but don't worry he had to learn the language and terminology as well. The way most guys look at it, it is a VERY fine line on having your girlfriend ask you about work and being to 'nagging' about it. I am sure there are some of you out there, that want to go on a trip with your boyfriend, see his crashpad, meet some of the people he flies with, but don't want to ask or will be told, "don't worry about work, you can't come." You have to know your guy and how to ask him, hint at him, to bring you along. Don't be afraid to ask though and honestly if he cares about you, loves you, and wants the relationship to truly work, he would be more than willing to bring you along and see what he does. Finally, for now, NETWORK, NETWORK, NETWORK. Come out to a Jetcareers/Jetgirls networking event. Bring your boyfriend. It could land him a job! More information at Jetcareers.com - NetworkJC Basics Hope this helps!