While the CAP sounds like fun and provides a valuable service, I've
heard from people who've tried it that there's a lot of military wannabes,
politics, and things that take away the enjoyment. Is this common, or
just the situation at some units?



"Jay Honeck" wrote in message
news:3eA7e.14330$xL4.4172@attbi_s72...
I am looking for a place or organization where I can volunteer my time as
a
pilot, not have to pay too much for the equipment, so that I can keep
current,

Try joining Civil Air Patrol. You can rent their 172s, dry, for just $21
per hour. 182s are just $23 per hour.

CFIs are free, if you wish to add a rating. And mission flights don't
cost you a dime.

Gliders are just $3 per hour, plus the tow plane, which you pay the
straight 172 rates for (see above).

And you get to provide your country with a valuable service -- search &
rescue. AND, if you've got teenagers, you get to do something with your
kids.

It's been a win-win for my son and me.
--
Jay Honeck
CAP Senior Member, 2d Lt
Iowa City, IA
Pathfinder N56993
www.AlexisParkInn.com
"Your Aviation Destination"