Thomas Sedares
Where did your career take you after Sol?
Since leaving Sol I have been flying and managing a part 91 TBM 700. I also do some contract pilot work, primarily in 400 series twin Cessnas and in Barons.
How did your time at Sol shape your aviation career?
My time at Sol improved my confidence as a pilot and the experience of operating aircraft in parts of the country I had never been to was invaluable. The coordination and planning that you do at Sol as well as the administrative tasks you are responsible for after you are done flying for the day prepared me incredibly well for the job I have now.
What advice would you give to someone starting in aerial survey or aviation in general?
My advice for someone interested in aerial survey or the aviation industry in general would be to jump in headfirst! If you are someone completely new and unsure of where to start, working line service at an FBO, as a mechanic’s helper at a maintenance shop or at the front desk of a flight school are all great options to learn about the industry and to network and make connections that could lead you to a flying job down the road.
