If there’s one continuous strand that winds through the motley tapestry of my life, one single word that sums up who I am and what makes me tick, it’s wanderlust. My family, youth, career, marriage and passions for motorcycling, sailing and flying are all tied together by a constant, inveterate urge to head over the nearest horizon and see whatever’s worth seeing. Most of my friends, particularly those to whom I’m closest, are equally afflicted by the compulsion to roam. Given that, it’s not surprising that Edward Kraus and I became friends, or that his flying career took him to the other side of the world, or that he has thrived there as a transplanted stranger in a strange land.
Finding Opportunity as an Expat Pilot in China
Key Takeaways:
- Pilot Ed Kraus made a bold and successful career move to China, leveraging the country's booming aviation industry during a downturn in the U.S. to secure well-paying jobs and unique flying opportunities.
- Ed fully embraced life in China, becoming fluent in Mandarin, marrying a Chinese national, and appreciating its fast-paced, technologically advanced lifestyle for both daily living and personal hobbies.
- The article details the expat pilot experience in China, including rigorous medical and licensing requirements, evolving contract types (like rotation contracts), and a generally micromanaged, yet improving, aviation infrastructure.
- Ed's journey highlights the importance of identifying and seizing career opportunities, even globally, offering valuable advice for professional pilots navigating a cyclical industry.
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