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access information from the disneyland and walt disney world web pages . reach out and watch some of the videos about each of the resorts on youtube to learn about these key comparisons . read up about the key comparisons via other websites including third party fan sites and wikipedia . scroll around the areas near each park system on google earth and see what information will make you smile . ask other paying guests who visited both parks recently whether that be other family members who have been to the parks recently , or other people who you dont know but have knowledge about both parks comparisons . look into the location of each park . put some serious thought behind the amount of parks for each park system . research to learn the different parking type scenarios for each parking area involved . research how far away one park is to another within each park system . locate how many hotel resorts exist nearby each park system that are specifically tied to the disney parks co . grab a park map of all the parks between all of the two park systems and try to learn about some of the theme park attractions that comprise both park systems . although both parks have the big attractions , some of the biggest attractions have small differences that only those who visit or who watch some of the videos of the on - ride pov ride - thrus say yes , thats one , recognize that both of the disneyland parks have nighttime shows and premier them in conjunction with each other so that guests can exit one show and have a few breathing moments before the other show starts . look forward to plenty of shopping and food establishments at both park systems . | how to compare disneyland to walt disney world | most often times , just looking at each of the park systems often yields an answer . , there are a few really good sites out there that can give you a great comparison to differentiate between the two parks . , disneyland is on the west coast in anaheim , ca and walt disney world is on the east coast in lake buena vista , fl which is near orlando , fl . disneyland is comprised of 2 main theme parks and a large entertainment district meanwhile walt disney world is comprised of 4 theme parks and a large entertainment district . while disneyland has its users park in one of several parking garages , walt disney world would rather have cars spread out more into several lots that span a long distance and if need be , they have a tram to bring paying guests to the entrance gates to the park . the distance between the theme parks at disneyland in california is a short walking path away you exit one gate and you can plainly see the other gate in front of you . meanwhile , walt disney world isnt set up that way . if you arent renting a car or cant access the walt disney world monorail system for some reason , the parks are a pretty far distance away and youll need to find another way to get from one park to another . in disneyland , you have 3 major disney - owned operated hotels staffed nearby the parks . in walt disney world , there are countless disney - owned and operated hotels ready to assist you during your stayvisit . the minute they see the difference . meanwhile , although most of walt disney world has nighttime shows , animal kingdom has to be exempt as the animals dont want to get scared at these shows so they dont air ones . looking through each set and recognizing that at the end of most of the attractions will often yield a shopping establishment , and in terms of food establishments , they are in the parks too . |
walk out from the lobby area . travel up the escalator . find the nearby elevator . walk out from the elevator and walk over to the level . wait for the next monorail train to arrive at the station . follow the instructions in ride the walt disney world monorail , to see how you can ride this monorail train . | how to board the monorail at the contemporary resort in walt disney world 1 | find the escalator , if you are able to walk or use a pair of stairs . if not , the elevator should be nearby . youll meet up with the second floor . travel up to the fourth floor . if youd like to go in the reverse direction , you may , but realize that the monorail makes one complete loop between the resorts grand floridian , contemporary and polynesian and the parks , and you shouldnt have to go across to the other side to board unless your room is on the opposite side , in which case , follow other method . , |
walk out of your room . walk over to the nearest elevator . walk out from the elevator and walk over to the level . wait for the next monorail train to arrive at the station . follow the instructions in ride the walt disney world monorail , to see how you can ride this monorail train . | how to board the monorail at the contemporary resort in walt disney world 2 | remember to take your room key with you , unless your mymagic wristbands have been linked to your room access . take the elevator from your room down to the fourth floor . if youd like to go in the reverse direction , you may , but realize that the monorail makes one complete loop between the resorts grand floridian , contemporary and polynesian and the parks , and you shouldnt have to go across to the other side to board . , |
consider one of disneys annual passes for florida residents . buy a one , two , or three - day florida resident ticket . renew or upgrade a current ticket . if you have had an annual pass before , it can be advantageous to renew , as you will receive a discount . prove your florida residency . all adults who buy florida residency park tickets will have to prove their florida residency at the park entrance when they go to activate their ticket or pass . pay for your pass . order your magicband . if you choose to purchase an annual pass to disney world as a florida resident , youll want to order your magicband , and create your disney account . | how to buy disney florida resident tickets | this is best for those who plan to visit the parks on a regular basis throughout the year . though these passes are still expensive , they are less expensive than continually buying single tickets throughout the season . all passes , except the epcot after 4 pass , include a years admission to all four theme parks , and the ability to visit multiple parks on the same day , standard parking , a complimentary magicband , special discounts and offers , and exclusive communication . all passes have an option for monthly payments instead of a one - time full payment . a disney platinum plus pass costs 777 per year , and also includes disney photopass downloads , admission to disneys oak trail golf course and espn wide world of sports , and admission to the two disney water parks . a disney platinum pass costs 691 for a year and includes photopass downloads . a disney gold pass costs 584 for a year and includes photopass downloads . certain blockout dates do apply to this pass , which means you cannot go to the park on certain pre - determined days during the year . the disney weekday select pass costs 276 per year , and blockout dates apply . the epcot after 4 pass 265 per year , and blockout dates apply . it only provides access to the epcot park after 4p . m . this is the best option for those who know they will only be visiting one or two times during the year , instead of frequently . it is also ideal for residents who plan to visit during off - peak dates , like the winter months . the price of these tickets depends on the park and the date , especially for one - day tickets . peak season tickets are more expensive . three - day tickets start at 63 per day , and four - day tickets start at 52 per day . three and four day passes have blockout dates when you cant use them . you can renew your up to 30 days after it has expired . if you recently bought a day or multi - day pass , but you are considering whether an annual pass might be a better deal for you , you can upgrade to save money . if you want to upgrade , you have to do this at the park ticket window , as you cannot currently upgrade a day pass to an annual pass by phone or online . accepted forms of proof include a valid florida drivers license , a valid florida state - issued id with a florida address , or a valid florida - based military id . if you dont have a valid id with a florida address , you can use an original proof of current mortgage not more than two months old , your insurance registration , a piece of current mail , or current utility bill no more than two months old along with a picture id drivers license , passport , state id . po box addresses cannot be used as proof of residency . florida residents cannot buy tickets at the resident price for non - resident adults to use . children under the age of 18 , if accompanied by an adult with proof of florida residency , do not need to provide their own proof of residency . once youve decided which ticket or pass you want to buy , the actual purchasing process is quite simple and can be completed online or over the phone . to pay for your ticket online , visit the disney florida website , and click on the options you wish to purchase . under each ticket option , the site has a button that leads to checkout . to buy day tickets , youll need to select the dates you wish to use your tickets and which parks you want to attend . you can also buy tickets over the phone by calling 407 939 - 5277 , and letting the associate know which ticket or pass you would like to purchase . anyone under the age of 18 needs a guardians stated permission to buy tickets over the phone . the walt disney world website accepts the following forms of payment visa , mastercard , american express , discover card , diners club charge card , jcb japan credit bureau , disney gift card , disney dream reward dollars , or disney visa instant credit . generally , you may only use one form of credit per transaction on the website . if you need to use more than one form of payment , call 407 939 - 7675 . on the disney world website , create an account and link the account to your annual pass . if you bought your pass online , you may have already created an account . after youve purchased your pass , you need to activate it at any walt disney world theme park ticket window . youll need your valid photo id to do so . online , in your account , you can choose custom colors and information for your magicband , and it will be sent to you by mail . each annual pass comes with one magicband . this wristband allows you to access information from your disney account and get into the parks , so you can travel lighter . after you have your magicband , you can make fastpass choices online . a fastpass allows you to skip the lines on a certain number of attractions , usually three , per visit . |
decide what you want out of your vacation . understand that ‘packages dont typically come cheap . plan in advance . search the right places . determine how ‘cheap youre willing to be . look for special offers . drive , if youre able . book your airfare and hotel together . know when you book your airfare . travel during non - peak seasons . search for a hotel on disneys website . look for budget hotels nearby . understand the different options for disney park tickets . plan your activities . stay longer to reduce the cost per day . look for discounted tickets online . bring your own food . add dining to your package on disneys website . only spend money on necessities . | how to find cheap disney world packages | the walt disney world resort offers a huge variety of different things to do during your stay , from roller coasters , to sports , to african safaris . not everything will interest everyone , so by being specific , you can potentially cut down the costs and have a more focused visit . most of all , it will make it easier to take advantage of specific packages if you plan out what you want to do in advance . take some time to think about what kind of activities you want to do during your trip , based on the ages and preferences of everyone in your group . the ticket options are explained below under purchasing discounted or good deal park tickets . if you want to travel cheaply to disney world , you may have to miss out on certain activities , so prioritize the different activities into categories like must do , maybe , not interested , etc . you can learn all about the different parks and activities at httpdisneyworld . disney . go . comparks and httpdisneyworld . disney . go . comdestinations . one of the nicest ways to travel , especially to the disney parks , is using a ‘package vacation . this means that airfaretravel , hotel , food , and park tickets are all included in one package for purchase . while this makes things easier for convenience sake , it doesnt look so good on your wallet . unfortunately , because so many items are being grouped together , most packages are typically more expensive than each of the individual components are . so whats the solution only book a package if you are certain the total is the same as the sum of all the parts . consider nixing the complete package , and buying smaller packages to combine together . for example , get an airfarehotel package combined with park ticketsfood package . create your own package by buying everything individually , and organizing each of the parts for ultimate ease of use . just like prices for airfare , hotels , and tickets individually , the longer you wait the more expensive they become . if youre searching for a package , youll need to start looking several months i . e , at least 6 months prior to when you plan to go on your trip . this will allow you to spend necessary time hunting down the cheapest package , and youll be looking when the packages are typically at their cheapest . there are two ends of the spectrum if you plan too far in advance close to a year or more or too soon before your trip a month or less youll be unlikely to get a decent price on any package . keep in mind that you can start planning early , just to compare prices and see whats available . you should wait to purchase anything until 4 - 6 months before your trip , though . although your first impulse might be to head to the disney world website , youll be falling into the typical tourist trap and end up paying a lot more money . because of the ease of finding a package through the disney website , they are able to increase prices on most all of the items sold , including packages to the parks . avoid going straight to disneys website , and instead look for package deals on other locations . look at the price that disney offers for certain packages , so you have a price point to act as a comparison on other sites . search as many other sites that offer disney packages as youre able , in order to increase your chances of finding a good deal . although its unlikely youll find a disney package that has 1 - star hotels and cheap food , you may need to consider minimizing your costs in other fashions . decide what youre willing to cut out of your budget , or what you can restrict your spending on . food , for example , can be brought into the park instead of purchased . you can also choose to walk or take public transportation , rather than an expensive hotelpark shuttle . break down everything you intend to spend money on , and then decide what you can cut from the list . souvenirs may seem like a necessary keepsake , but are highly overpriced and will rack up fast . decide to only get ‘mouse ears or something of the sort , so that you dont end up wasting money on things you wont use in a few weeks . only purchase food that you need , rather than buying whatever sweet treat looks good . this will save you money , and your body wont be dragging as much at the end of the day . if youre willing to simplify your hotel situation , consider getting a single or double room and having everyone share beds . or , you can go extreme and have a single bed and everyone else in sleeping bags on the floor . throughout the year , the disney parks have special offers on ticket , hotel , and food prices inside disney world . generally , different offers can save you money on lodging , food , activities , and park tickets . go to httpdisneyworld . disney . go . comspecial - offers to view a list of the special offers currently available . special offers can be especially useful if youre a member of the u . s . military , as many of the offers are tailored toward this group . by far the cheapest way to get to disney world is to drive . although this might not be a feasible option if you live on the west coast . if you live in the south or on the east coast you should definitely try to make a road - trip to the theme park . driving will save you several hundred dollars on airfare - especially if more than two people are traveling with you . plus , once you get to the parks youll be able to use your own car as transportation , rather than having to hire a shuttle to drive you around everywhere . calculate the number of hours youll have to drive , and split that up into the number of days it would take to get to disney world . because driving can conceivably take 2 - 3 days , youll want to try to stay at budget hotels or campsites along the way . if youre bringing a large family , prepare for the road trip by coming up with games and activities to do along the way . if youre not able or willing to drive to disneyland , youll have to fly there instead . it is unlikely youll be able to find a cheap disney world package that includes hotel rooms for a decent rate , but you can get around this by booking a different hotel combined with your airfare . many websites will significantly discount the combined cost of your flights and hotel rooms if you book them at the same time . therefore , do a bit of research on hotels in the area , and see if you can combine them with your airfare at purchase . some search engines will allow you to ‘name a price for a hotelflight , and present you with whats available . keep in mind that whenever possible , go for the cheapest hotel and airfare on the market . there are many tricks to the trade when it comes to booking flights , and among the most beneficial is simply knowing the right time to book . flying to a destination is always the least expensive from monday through thursday , and especially on tuesdays and wednesdays . air carriers typically have deals on flights on tuesday afternoons , so plan on purchasing your flight on a tuesday after 200pm . additionally , youll get the best price on your plane flight if you book at least three months in advance , but no longer than nine months in advance . always search multiple search engines for the best deals on airfare . you can also go directly to an air carriers website for specific deals on only their flights . fly out of neighboring airports if there is a cheaper flight departing from there , as youll save money even if you have to drive a bit to get there . one great way to save money on your trip is to go during the down season for disney world . the disney world website offers different hotel rates depending on the time of year , and this can help you save money if youre willing to go during down periods . it can also reduce the amount of time you have to spend waiting in line once youre inside the parks . you can also save money on flights by flying during down periods . the disney world website offers two different value seasons that have greatly reduced rates for hotels . the first lasts from early january to mid - february , and the second one lasts from early august to late september . to find one example of the savings you can realize from traveling during non - peak seasons , check out the difference in cost between a standard room at disneys all - star movie resort per night during value season , compared with the cost per night during peak season . you may find the difference to be considerable . disney allows you to search for available rooms at all of the walt disney world resort hotels for the dates of your stay . because youll be staying at a hotel inside the park , you can cut down the price of travel tofrom and combine your room with food vouchers for a reduced rate . the hotels vary by price , but you can filter your search to prefer the cheaper options . to do this , go to httpdisneyworld . disney . go . com and then click on the link that says , try the vacation package guide . on the vacation package guide page , you will see four different categories vacation pace , hotel experience , dining style , things to do with options to choose from . to filter for cheaper hotels , drag the tab for hotel experience over to basic as opposed to luxurious . you can also use the budget tab to set your budget for the entire trip to the low end of the spectrum . this will cause disney to find cheaper options for all of the different categories . alternatively , you can find the cheaper options on the disney website by clicking places to stay at the top of the homepage and then selecting disney value resort hotels on the next page . this will take you to a list of the cheapest disney hotels , and offers a compare feature so that you can view them side - by - side . it is almost guaranteed that you will find cheaper rooms at hotels outside the park than you will inside . if the atmosphere of the park hotel isnt a primary goal , you should try searching for local hotels that will have discounted prices . look for hotels that are close enough to the park that you dont end up using the money you saved on transportation expenses . try searching in these areas disney main gate - celebration west disney area sea world - intl drive - convention center downtown disney - lake buena vista , the disney world resort includes four different parks , as well as two water parks . with all of these different choices , youll need to be sure of exactly what youre buying when you purchase your tickets . the following explanations may be of help the magic your way base ticket this is the standard , cheapest option . this ticket type allows you entry into one of the four theme parks per day water parks not included . with this ticket , you can leave the park and return on the same day , but you must go back to the same park . the park hopper this option adds a premium to the cost of your ticket , but allows you to go back and forth between the different theme parks each day . the water park fun more this option gives you access to the disney water parks , as well as other entertainment such as disneys oak trail golf course , espn wide world of sports complex , and miniature golf courses . the number of entries to these parks that you can make depends on the length of your ticket . for example , a 1 - day ticket gives you two entries , while a 5 - day ticket gives you five . the no expiration this option means that your tickets do not expire , so if you have extra days on your ticket that you do not use , you can come back at some point in the future and use them . normally , these tickets expire 14 days after they are first used . if youre seeking the cheapest option , you definitely want to choose the base ticket . if you do this , you will only be able to enter one of the parks each day , so it is important to plan in advance so that you can see everything you want to see during your trip . spend some time researching the different parks and plan your trip based on the preferences of the different members of your group . note that you can upgrade your tickets at any time during your stay , but you will be charged extra . the per day cost of your ticket decreases sharply the longer you stay . the greatest savings occurs with the 4 - day ticket , which costs only 14 more than the 3 - day ticket . buying the 4 - day ticket is a great way to get a whole extra day out of your trip without adding much in park admission costs . some websites offer tickets at a slightly discounted rate from the disney website . a good place to start looking for these is httptickets . orlandovacation . com . if you buy tickets on a site other than the disney site , make sure that they are the correct tickets that you mean to buy , and that they are indeed cheaper than the ones available through disney . however , do not purchase pre - bought tickets off of websites such as craigslist . com , as these wont work when you try to enter the park the information on the ticket must match your personal id info . you can receive a discount on your ticket if you are a florida resident . there are several special programs that allow you to volunteer for a day at a local community center , in exchange for a free basic ticket into the park . do a bit of research to see if you qualify . although you cant bring in coolers , your best bet on saving money throughout the day is to eat your own food . pack sandwiches and snacks that you can munch on during your time in the park , so that even if you dont solely eat the food you bring , you wont be so reliant on purchasing food . it is also good to bring plenty of your own water and liquids , as keeping hydrated will keep you less hungry , and purchasing liquids inside the park can be quite expensive . avoid buying food throughout the day if youre able , especially sugary snacks that will just leave you feeling more hungry afterwards . set a budget for snacks so that you are forced to avoid spending . adding a dining plan to your vacation package is a great way to save money on food if you book your vacation through the official disney site . doing so can save you up to 20 percent on food over the course of your stay . to find the cheapest options , go to the vacation package guide page . adjust the dining style dial to counter service to filter for the cheaper dining packages . you can also learn all about the available meal plans at httpdisneyworld . disney . go . complanning - guidesin - depth - advicedisney - dining - plan . keep in mind that certain items , including alcoholic beverages , are not included in the cost of any dining plan that you purchase . yes , four sets of mickey mouse ears might sound like fun now , but if youre really trying to budget youll need to cut out spending on everything except for what you absolutely need . of course , its totally reasonable to have a budget set aside for certain ‘fun things inside the park , but just know how much youre willing to spend before you start spending . its easy to feel like something is worth buying in the moment , but later on its likely that youll regret your spur of the moment purchase . look for free pins and items around the park that you can keep as souvenirs . a park map that you mark off along the way may work nicely . make sure to discuss your budget with your family as best you can prior to entering the park , so as to avoid any possible meltdownstemper tantrums . |
book your trip ahead of time . bring christmas to walt disney world . visit the holiday - themed stores that disney world has to offer . mark the occasion with a special christmas meal . check out holiday celebrations happening throughout the parks . check out the world showcase in the epcot center . visit downtown disney . attend christmas services , if desired . | how to celebrate christmas at walt disney world | make hotel reservations . you can begin booking your hotel room 500 days in advance if you call disney directly . however , the hotel prices will likely be more accurate a year in advance , when there is still plenty of available space . make restaurant reservations . you can begin reserving your seats at the sit - down restaurants 180 days before your arrival in walt disney world . consider choosing one of disneys dining plans to ensure three meals per day at a set price . make fastpass reservations . you can begin reserving fastpass tickets 60 days before your arrival . each guest is allowed three passes per day at each park . purchase tickets . prices are available online beginning in august of the year prior to the year you want to visit disney world . at that point , the prices are unlikely to vary , and there is no discount for purchasing your tickets early . you can purchase them in the park on the day you visit , if you wish , though the lines can be taxing . many people like the familiarity of enjoying christmas in the comfort of their own homes , but just because you are going to be in a strange place doesnt mean you have to forgo your long - standing traditions . bring a small tree to place in your hotel room if you dont have room to pack one , bring or draw pictures . bring christmas lights that you might hang outside your house to string along the curtain rod or across the dresser in your hotel room . bring christmas movies or books that you might use at home to get in the spirit . items purchased from these places can be wrapped and brought home to enjoy or used during your stay . disneys days of christmas is a store in the marketplace area of downtown disney . it is open year - round , but special offers tend to pop around around the holidays . here , you can purchase ornaments , stockings , tree toppers , tree skirts , and other christmas collectibles and gifts . ye olde christmas shoppe is located in liberty square of the magic kingdom park . here , you can purchase toys , figurines , and character - themed christmas items , such as stockings and ornaments . walt disney world offers dozens of top - rate restaurants to choose from , and as long as you make your reservations in plenty of time , you can enjoy a quality meal of your choice on christmas day . these events include but are not limited to mickeys very merry christmas party requires a separate admission ticket it is recommended that you purchase this ticket as early as possible , because capacity is limited and space fills up quickly . the party is held in the magic kingdom park on select nights in november and december , and it includes something fun for all ages , like the lighting of the cinderella castle , character dance showsparties , a parade and snowfall on main street , u . s . a . complimentary snacks , and opportunities to meet disney characters . holidays around the world is a popular event that fills up quickly it is recommended that you purchase the candlelight dinner package guaranteed seating and an ideal viewing spot for the fireworks . otherwise , attendance is first come , first served . the event is held in the epcot center on select nights in november and december . this festival celebrates holiday traditions from the far reaches of the globe , and it includes live entertainment in the form of a choir and 50 - piece orchestra , a biblical account told by a guest celebrity narrator , and lavish decorations throughout the park . for those with difficulty hearing , an asl interpreter will tell the story as well , so everyone can enjoy this traditional disney festival . illuminations reflections of earth is a fireworks show that can be viewed from anywhere in the epcot center on select nights in december , though areas with a clear view of the world showcase lagoon are ideal , since this is where the show begins . it is helpful to establish a viewing place well before 900 pm 2100 , when the show begins , as the good places to sit are typically occupied by that time . the show is held outdoors , so availability is subject to inclement weather . it is a fire and water show , complete with music , dessert , and a luminescent globe that floats in the world showcase lagoon . illuminations is a truly magical experience , not to be missed . the osborne family spectacle of dancing lights is included in the standard admission ticket to disneys hollywood studios park and transpires on select dates in december that will become available as the season approaches . this event began with one family in arkansas that used to put on an annual display of elaborate christmas lights , a gesture that has since been extended to all of walt disney worlds guests . see millions of colored lights twinkling and flashing in time to holiday music . stand in the streets of america area of the park to get the ideal view of this spectacular show . consider purchasing mickey ear hats that flash in synchronization with the lights show . during the holiday season , each country will feature music , seasonal food , celebrations , and decorations specific to that nations interpretation of christmas . for example , the united states of america station will tell the tale of mr . and mrs . santa claus that many american children are familiar with , while the story of the daruma doll and other japanese new year traditions can be heard in japan . this eating and shopping center is buzzing with nightlife around christmas . you can shop for gifts and souvenirs in specialty shops , listen to carolers and street performers , enjoy seasonal cuisine , visit santa and other characters , dance at a live holiday dance party , and see the enormous christmas tree . while weekly services are not held on disney property , on christmas and easter , a catholic mass and protestant service are held in the fantasia ballroom at walt disneys contemporary resort . dates and times are subject to change , but there are typically two services on christmas eve and three on christmas day two in the morning and one in the evening . if none of those times are accommodating , consider churches near disney property . |
write down how many tickets you need and what the ages are of each ticket holder . go to the walt disney world website to buy tickets . let your cursor hover over tickets and packages . select the number of childrens and adults tickets you want . customize your magic your way tickets by adding options if you want to . choose the number of days you want your ticket to be . click on checkout . make your payment . | how to buy disney world tickets | disney tickets are available in child tickets , for children aged 3 to 9 , and adult tickets , for ages 10 and over . , a drop - down menu will appear . click on buy park tickets . youll be redirected to a page where you can customize your magic your way tickets , which are the base tickets with options that give you access to disney world . , magic your way is a base ticket that includes 1 theme park per day . they allow you to leave the park and return later , but you must return to the same park you were at before . the park hopper option allows you to enjoy multiple parks on the same day . these include , magic kingdom , animal kingdom , epcot , and disneys hollywood studios . with these tickets , you could , for example , go to magic kingdom and then leave and go to epcot in the same day . water park fun more allows you to select from 2 water parks disneys typhoon lagoon water park and disneys blizzard beach water park , espn wide world of sports complex , disneys quest indoor interactive theme park , or disneys oak trail golf course . the no expiration option enables you to use your days whenever you like after activation . all other tickets must be used within 14 days of activation . consider purchasing an annual pass if youll be visiting the theme park more than 11 days in a year . its important to note that the more days you add , the cheaper the price per day is . you can purchase tickets that allow entry for 1 to 10 days . youll be asked to create an account with your personal details and your email address before you can pay online with your credit card . enter your billing data and choose a shipping option for the tickets . |
call the disney parks corporation to find out when the taping of the christmas day parade will be held . realize that the parade will tend to run down main street usa in both parks , so be aware so you dont fight the crowds for a great spot on the benches nearby the parade later . be prepared for a long wait as you help create the mood that will reflect the taping . realize that there are two parts to both events . dress to act the part as if it was taped live on christmas . realize that although the taping is free to additional fees , the only other fee is the park fee which you should have thought about before entering the park that day . position yourself someplace in the crowds to have your voice heard as one of the many people that will act and respond to what the on - stage producers or in the parade would like parade viewers to react to . | how to attend the taping of the disney parks christmas day parade | make sure you dont call any sooner to either park no sooner than october 1st . for walt disney world guests , you can dial 407 939 - 5277 , or for disneyland ca you may end up calling 1 - 714 781 - infoor contact either park by the web form located on the walt disney world website or the disneyland website respectively . these two places are very verifiable sources of information to help you plan around the date in which to visit the park . although the dates vary by calendar year and park location and a load of other factors , plan to visit the disney parks especially the magic kingdom sometime between the very first friday in november for disneyland audiences and on the weekend that falls nine days after thanksgiving , roughly the last weekend in november or first week of december for the magic kingdom in walt disney world audiences . make sure that disneyland and walt disney world employees dont convince you that this event is the same regular parade as the nighttime and afternoon parades that air daily on the same parade route . , it can take up to 2 12 to 3 hours to tape this program , as they will allot for a dry practice run followed by a taping of just the audio track followed by the taping of the video track of the activities . the stage appearance sometimes will be taped before the parade , which will be spread out over several tries and retries and , by itself , can last no shorter than two hours by itself . go with the flow . wear a red santa cap with or without a bell . but make sure you look casual , and the remainder of your clothes wont make you stand out from any of the other guests in the area of the park . , |
consider the following factors flatness andor the amount of work required to level the area . | how to build a grass landing strip 1 | direction of prevailing winds andor seasonal cross - winds . drainage of area . slight sloping 2 maximum grade is okay . cost of construction . access to buildings and or roads . local , state and national guidelines governing private airstrips . crosswind strip if crosswinds are common in your area . safe , barrier free approaches , even if strip will never be used at night . |
perform a similar pattern . warm up the rudders . make sure that you keep the nose down or the horizon line around 34 up the windshield , this should put you close to your best gliding ratio , and will prevent you to enter into a spin . approach the runway always aligned into the center line , which will give you the maximum separation available from the edge of the runway or obstacles within it . once you get over the numbers , pull the power to idle , and barely pull the stick back to compensate for the loss of power , glide down the runway until you are maybe around 2 or 3 feet 0 . 6 or 0 . 9 m above the runway , do not let the airplane touch the ground , by pulling backwards , use the ground effect to help you glide , eventually you should have the stick all the way by your stomach , without being able to pull more , when that happens , you should softly fall into a shallow stall , with the three tires on the ground three point landing . again , the most important thing is to perform a good pattern , we have an extra thing to worry about . wind direction and speed . this means that you will come into final approach either looking through the side window left or rightso lets say that your runway is 36 but the wind direction is 030 15 mph 24 kmh . you will need to find the exact amount of turn and rudder you will need in order to maintain heading 360 without being blown away to your left . remember to maintain the nose down to maintain airspeed . once over the numbers , power to idle and pull slightly backwards . as the left wheel starts to come down , input right aileron accordingly so you keep the airplane from flipping . once on taxiing , make sure that you keep elevator input with the stick all the way back when upwind , so the tail wheel stays on the ground , and when turning make sure the stick is turned into the wind . | how to land a taildragger | landing the aircraft begins with a good landing pattern . if we are talking about an aircraft , such as a super decathlon , j3 cub etc . an aircraft with an approach speed around the 50 mph 80 kmh please note it is a round number . always perform a pattern as similar as the last one . 34 of a mile from the airport is always a safe distance after performing a good downwind - base - and turn to final approach , a great idea is to warm up the rudders which means deflect the rudders left and right , keep inputting small left and right inputs and prepare yourself to use them , because you will . lets remember that a tail dragger has the tendency to bring the tail forward , which will happen if you do not use those rudders to prevent it . , important do not look just immediately in front of the airplane , look all the way to the end of the runway , this will give you a much more clear view of what kind of input you have to put into those rudders . so we have to compensate so we are not either blown away or into the airfield your nose will be deflected towards the 030 heading maybe 020 and the right wing into the wind . , maintain the centerline , you will eventually land with the tail wheel and the right wheel , with the left wheel still in the air . , if you are going downwind , forward input will be necessary . |
reserve your room via the mydisneyexperience website . realize that all rooms are allotted for no more than five people at a time . park your car in the lot outside the contemporary resort , which is just inside the resort parking gates to the magic kingdom parking lot stay to the right , and show the ticket - giver your confirmation sheetreceipt , and theyll happily waive the price of admission to the resort . open the entrance door to the resort nearest the parking lot you parked in . turn around the corner . remember that check - in time is no earlier than 3pm , although many people will be successful when they try to get a room before that time , its not allowed and you shouldnt try . present them a copy of the receipt you should have printed or at least a copy of the confirmation number to your reservation . let them run the paperwork and hand you the cardkeys that will give you the privilege to open your room door disney calls these keys the keys to the world cards . let them talk to you about the number you are supposed to call daily to see if the room is ready for your daily visit remember , the maids will go in and clean up and straighten up while you are away . | how to check in at disneys contemporary resort | make sure to count all of your guests . most websites that arent affiliated with disney wont sell you a room here , due to various reasons . be careful not to choose the bay lake tower at the contemporary resort , as this new complex isnt the same and is much more expensive than its regular resort , although it is very close by . just when you thought the room prices at the contemporary resort were too high , the bay lake resort will run you up a super - steep bill the contemporary resort is full of adjoining rooms . upon reservation of the room , youll need to speak with a disney world customer service agent and mention that youd like to have adjoining rooms . however , they are only able to supply adjoining rooms under certain conditions . , follow the signs that direct you to the contemporary resort , after you enter through the welcome to walt disney world magic kingdom park gates . there are two lots located at either end of the hotel , one is much bigger than the other . , nearby , youll see the main officecheck in desk . if theres a person standing at the desk for online check in services try to head to that clerk . otherwise , head to the person at another registerdesk . the chances of getting a room on floors few people want to use nosebleed section of the resort or something entirely different , are much higher then . dont go there too early , or you wont get in to a room , either . however , the more the merrier in disneys case . , |
stability especially in poor weather . | how to build a grass landing strip 2 | note the suitability of the soil to grow grass often correlates with the suitability of the soil for a landing strip . too much clay will produce a soupy mess when wet , for example . |
dimensions 75 feet 22 . 9 m wide in open grassy areas 200 feet 61 . 0 m wide in wooded areas 3 , 200 feet 975 . 4 m in length . | how to build a grass landing strip 3 | note you must take altitude and average maximum temperature at the hottest time of the year into consideration when planning landing strip length to allow for diminished engine power under conditions for your area . consult a runway and landing strip nomograph for your area . |
clear entire area . completely remove roots of trees and shrubs . fill in low areas . eliminate any breaks in grade or surface mounds as well as any ditches . fill in and compact the soil in any animal burrows . remove any obstructions at the ends of the strip . grade the strip 6 inches 15 . 2 cm higher in the middle to improve drainage . mark airstrip boundaries in such a way as to be visible from the air . install a wind cone or tetrahedron and mark a circular area around it to draw attention to it from the air . create a tie - down area away from the airstrip . | how to build a grass landing strip 4 | , power lines , trees , etc should be removed , lowered andor lighted . stabilize with topsoil and grass seeding if necessary . , |
create an ifr flight plan . after establishing an ifr flight plan , proceed via gps or vor routing to you destination . decrease speed to about 200 kias using the autothrottle . if you havent done so already , dial the ils frequency into nav 1 and set the omnibearing selector to the runway heading if you are under ifr to an airport with ils . once you have determined you approach , decrease your speed to 160 kias and apply flaps to full according to the maximum flap placard speeds . once the readings on all of the instruments have stabilized , set the auto - brake to 3 and arm the speedbrakeshiftf10 . you have now completed all of the steps necessary in the approach for now . once you have informed the tower , check your instruments to see when the plane picks up the ils . the next step is to wait until the vertical guidance indicator begins to move . when beginning the descent , check to make sure that autobrake is set to 3 , flaps are at 30 , and the speed - brake is armed . when you are about 500 feet 152 . 4 m above the runway , turn off the autothrottle . when you are beginning to level out , prepare to turn off the autopilot once the nose seems to abruptly drop . after confirming you are on the ground , set the throttle to full reverse . after reaching 15 kias , turn off the autobrake , and taxi off of the runway . you have now safely landed . | how to land a boeing 74 7 | you can do this before starting the simulation or while in the air . this is just in case you enter imc and the airport at which you wish to land is under ifr only . once atc informs you of your approach clearance , begin landing procedures . this will allow for some time to go through the landing checklist . otherwise , determine the best approach using you gps to line you up with the runway if possible or determine the best approach yourself under vfr and skip through irrelevant steps . once flaps are at 10 , lower the landing gearv speeds can be found in the reference section of the kneeboard , you should contact the tower now if you havent already to inform them that you are inbound on the approach if possible . you may need to turn off the gps to check . at this point , switch from gps to nav and select the nav hold button if not already on . once this happens , switch from nav hold to apr hold . , when decelerating through 70 kias terminate the reverse thrust , set throttle levers to idle . reverse thrust below 60kias will damage the engines , |
check the disneyland site for promotions . take advantage of an auto club membership . take advantage of disney world discounts for florida residents . take advantage of military discounts . buy tickets from an international site . redeem reward miles for tickets . enroll in the disney youth education series . use a discount ticket site . look out for hidden fees . go during the off - season . look for promotions . look for dining coupons and deals . check the official sites for deals and packages . take advantage of bounce - back offers . create accounts with the disney theme parks . | how to get discounted disney tickets | disneyland is always offering promotions right from their website , and while these discounts are usually for hotel fares , you can sometimes find discounted park tickets . for instance , disneyland sometimes offers multi - park , multi - day passes that allow the ticket holder to visit different disney theme parks on different days , and these admission tickets will come at a discounted rate . these are great for families who are on a road trip both the american automobile association and the canadian automobile association offer discounted disney tickets and packages for members . if youre a member , have your card or number ready and either visit the aaa or caa website , or visit your nearest location to inquire about deals . people who live in florida are entitled to special ticket and pass prices to disney world . you can see the full selection if discount ticket options in the disney world site . special deals for floridians often include discounted rates for single day tickets , multi - day passes , and annual passes . note that to take advantage of these offers , you will have to prove that you are a resident of florida . shades of green is a resort operated for members of the armed forces , and they also provide discounted rates for disney world tickets and packages to military service personnel who have valid ids . similarly , disneyland often provides discounted tickets for military personnel , as does disney world . residents of the european union can get great prices on disney world tickets if they purchase the tickets before traveling to america . to purchase tickets from abroad , visit the disney world international site to check out ticket prices . there are numerous credit card plans and travel reward plans , such as aeroplanand air miles , that periodically allow members to redeem points for discounted admissions to places like disney world and disneyland . disneys yes program is an educational series for kids and youth that offers on - site courses on topics like art , sciences , environmental studies , and leadership . enrollment includes a discounted ticket price , but the courses are mandatory for kids who sign up . these programs are typically aimed at elementary , junior , and high school students . there are a few legitimate sites out there that sell real disney tickets at discounted prices . not only can you get discounted admission prices for various disney theme parks for single and multiple days , but you can also find other special deals and promotions . this includes cheaper admissions for water parks like typhoon lagoon , show tickets , cheap admissions for attractions such as hollywood studios , entertainment tickets for things like disney character experiences , and other special features . some of the more trusted sites are the official ticket center park savers orlando fun tickets get away today undercover tourist when buying regular or discount tickets for disney theme parks , read the fine print for additional fees that could alter the price of the ticket . you may find a discount supplier that offers lower ticket prices than anyone else , but the hidden fees could add up and make the final cost more expensive than another provider . the off - season at disney theme parks is called the value season , but this generally only occurs in january . while ticket prices are likely going to be the same all year round , a trip during value season will mean better hotel rates . hotels are usually the most expensive portion of a disney trip , so saving money on accommodations could actually save you even more money than discounted tickets . every now and then , disney releases special promotions that can be used by anybody , and sites like mouse savers compile and list all the current promos that are available . meals are another expensive part of a disney holiday , but you can save money here by looking for meal coupons and discounts from fan pages and the official disney park sites . alternatively , you can also save money by eating off - site , as theme parks always charge a premium for food purchased within the park . most of the deals offered directly by disneyland and disney world involve discounts and special rates on hotels , vacations packages , meals , and show and entertainment tickets . the promotions offered directly through the official park sites change frequently and are only valid for limited times , so check back often if youre planning a trip in the future . these are special offers that are made to current guests of disney theme parks meaning , you get the offer while youre still on vacation . the deals are designed to encourage guests to return , so theyll often provide great deals on bookings and hotels if you book now for a future trip . disney offers pin codes that are associated with exclusive offers for people . these pin codes are often associated with a specific person , but there are sometimes general pin codes that get sent out that can be redeemed by anyone . the offers usually involve hotel discounts , meal coupons , and ticket upgrades . the only way to be targeted for a pin promotion is to have a profile with a disney park , and the more accounts you open and the more profiles you create , the more likely youll be offered a pin . the way disney chooses to target patrons for pin promotions is a trade secret , but you may be able to increase your odds by creating multiple accounts , participating in surveys , registering for different programs and groups , requesting dvds and maps , and being active with your accounts . |
plan the descent in advance . determine the start and end altitudes of the descent path . define the amount of descent . consider the ground speed of the aircraft . apply descent rate . | how to calculate aircraft descent rate | the higher and faster the aircraft is flying , the further away from the field the descent must be started . the weight of the aircraft also will affect the speed of descent . for example , it takes longer and further to descend a fast and heavy high altitude airliner than it does to descend a slow and light 2 - seat private aviation aircraft . descents can easily begin more than 100 miles 160 km from the field . it must be ascertained in advance that that runway available is long enough to provide the incoming aircraft with enough roll out distance to come to a safe stop . runways as short as 2000 feet 600 m long can be used for private aviation at smaller general aviation airports . runways for larger passenger jets are typically in the range of 10 , 000 - 12 , 000 feet 3050 - 3650 m long . the end altitude of the landing field should be well documented by the federal aviation administration faa . the start altitude will be the cruising altitude of the aircraft . all altitudes are referenced to sea level , rather than ground level , so the landing field will rarely have an altitude of 0 . this is the start altitude of the descent path minus the end altitude of the flight path plus a safety buffer of altitude that will allow the aircraft to properly line up with the landing field . for example , an aircraft with a cruising altitude of 35 , 000 feet 10 , 675 m approaching an airport that is at 1 , 500 feet 458 m might choose to descend to 1 , 000 feet 305 m above the landing field for final approach . this would make the descent distance 35 , 000 - 1 , 500 1 , 000 , or 32 , 500 feet 9913 m . this is a combination of the air speed of the aircraft and any head or tail winds that are affecting the aircraft . for example , an aircraft with an air speed of 300 miles per hour mph or 480 kilometers per hour kph would have a ground speed of 250 mph if flying into a 50 mph 80 kph head wind , and a ground speed of 350 mph if assisted by a 50 mph 80 kph tail wind . calculate the starting point of the descent . normally , the descent rate would define the point at which the descent must be started . descent rates are usually chosen to be between 333 feet 102 m per minute and 500 feet 153 m per minute to give an effective descent without discomforting the passengers due to rising air pressure as the aircraft descends . the descent is left short of the landing field to give room for the aircraft to line up for final approach . for example , an aircraft is at a ground speed of 300 mph 480 kph and an altitude of 35 , 000 feet 10675 m . the aircraft needs to complete the descent at 2 , 500 feet 763 m altitude and 10 miles 16 km short of the landing field to allow time for the aircraft to line up for final approach . at a chosen descent rate of 500 feet 153 m per minute , the aircraft will take 32 , 500 divided by 500 , or 65 minutes , to complete the descent . the aircraft will fly 325 miles 520 km in 65 minutes . to allow 10 more miles 16 km to the runway for final approach , the descent must be started 335 miles 536 km from the landing field . back calculate descent rate . by knowing the time taken to execute the descent and the amount of the descent , the descent rate can be back calculated . the aircraft of the example descending 32 , 500 feet 9913 m in 65 minutes is using a descent rate of 32 , 500 divided by 65 , or 500 feet 153 m per minute . |
take a seat . take a breather . level the aircraft . turn on autopilot . call for help on the radio . use the airplane call sign when you talk with the controller . maintain a safe speed . begin the descent . go for landing . congratulate yourself . | how to land an airplane in an emergency | the captain usually sits in the left seat where the concentration of instruments are especially for light single engine aircraft . fasten your seat - belt and shoulder harness if so equipped . however , almost all aircraft have dual controls and you can successfully land the plane from either side . do not touch the controls yet the autopilot will most likely be engaged . leave it on for now . make sure the unconscious pilot is not leaning on the control yoke the planes equivalent of a steering wheel . some aircraft may have a side stick , which will be a joystick to the left of the captains seat . youll probably be overwhelmed with the sensory overload and the seriousness of the situation . remembering to breathe will help you focus . take a slow , deep inhalation to tell your body youre in control . if the plane is noticeably ascending , descending , or turning , gently bring the plane into a level flight altitude using the outside horizon as your guide . finally , all those days of joystick video games are about to pay off look for the attitude indicator . sometimes called the artificial horizon , it consists of a miniature set of wings and a picture of the horizon . the top is blue for the sky and the bottom is brown . on some complex aircraft , the attitude indicator is displayed on a computer screen in front of the pilot . for older aircraft , it is in the center of the top row of instruments . on modern - day airliners , there will be a primary flight display pfd directly ahead of you . this displays vital information such as indicated airspeed ias measured in knots , ground speed gs , also measured in knots , altitude measured in feet and heading . it should also display whether or not the autopilot is engaged , usually denoted by ap or cmd . correct the pitch climb or descent and bank turning if necessary so that the miniature wings are level with the artificial horizon . if they are already level , do not touch the controls at all move to the next step . if you do need to level the plane , however , adjust the flight attitude by pulling the yoke or stick toward you to bring the nose up or push it forward to lower the nose . you can correct bank turning by rotating the yoke or stick left or right to turn in that direction . simultaneously , you must apply slight back pressure to the yoke to prevent the airplane from losing altitude . if you have been trying to correct the flight path , the autopilot is probably disengaged . turn it on by pushing buttons labeled autopilot or auto flight , afs or ap or something alike . on passenger airplanes it is situated in the center of the glare - shield panel , in a position where both pilots can easily reach it . on most flights during cruise stage , the autopilot is already on . only if this results in the aircraft doing things you do not want it to do , disengage it again by pushing all buttons you can find on the yoke which then probably will include the autopilot disconnect button . usually the best way to get an aircraft to fly in a stabilized way is to not touch the controls it is designed to be stable and most people who are not trained pilots tend to over - control the plane . look for a hand - held microphone , which is normally to the left of the pilots seat just below the side window , and use it like a cb radio . find the microphone or take the pilots headset , press and hold the button , and repeat mayday three times followed by a brief description of your emergency pilot unconscious , etc . remember to release the button to hear a response . an airport flight controller will help you fly the plane to a safe landing . listen carefully and answer their questions to the best of your abilities so they can better assist you . alternatively , you can take the pilots headset and press the push - to - talk ptt button , which is on the yoke . however , so is the autopilot button , and if you press it by accident , you could mess with the autopilot system . stick with the hand - held radio . attempt to call for assistance on the frequency you are currently on . - this is where the pilot was already communicating with someone only moments prior . use the words may - day , may - day at the beginning of your call . if that fails after repeated attempts , and if you know how to change the radio frequencies with certainty , you can call for help on 121 . 50 mhz . if you see a red light on the panel illuminated , tell the controller . below the red light , there will a description of the light , e . g . generator , low voltage . obviously this requires prompt attention . if you can find the transponder on the radio stack it has four windows of 4 numbers from 0 - 7 , usually located near the bottom of the stack , set it to 7700 . this is an emergency code that will quickly alert air traffic controllers that you have an emergency . the airplanes call sign is located on the panel unfortunately , theres no standard location , but the call sign should be somewhere on the panel . call signs for airplanes registered in the united states start with the letter n e . g . n12345 . n can be confused with other letters over a radio , so say november . announcing the call will clearly identify the aircraft and will also give the flight controllers important information about the airplane so they can better help you land it . if you are on a commercial aircraft an aircraft operated by an airline , such as united , american , us airways , etc . the aircraft is not referred to by its n number . it is instead called by its call - sign , or the flight number . sometimes pilots will put a sticky note on the panel to remind them . ask a flight attendant what the flight number is . when you call on the radio , say the airlines name first , then say the number . if the flight number is 123 and you are flying united , your call - sign would be united 1 - 2 - 3 . do not read the numbers like a normal number , so do not say united one - hundred twenty three . look for the airspeed indicator usually labeled asi , airspeed or knots usually located toward the upper left of the instrument panel , and keep an eye on your speed . speeds are either in mph or knots similar values . do not fly a small 2 - seater less than 70 knots . do not fly a large jumbo less than 180 knots . ultimately , just make sure the needle stays in the green zone for normal flight , until you can get someone on the radio to help . if the airspeed starts increasing , and you havent touched the throttle , youre probably going down , so pull back gently on the control yoke . if the airspeed is decreasing , gently push the nose down to increase the speed . do not let the aircraft fly too slowly , especially near the ground . it may stall the wing no longer produces lift . the controller you are talking to should brief you on the landing procedures for the aircraft and direct you to a safe spot to land . they will most likely line you up with the runway at an airport , but under rare circumstances you may have to land in a field or road . if you must land and cant get to an airport , avoid places with power lines , trees , or other obstacles . to start reducing the planes altitude , pull back the throttle to reduce power until you hear the sound of the engines change - then stop . the throttle levers are almost always located in between the captain and first officers seat . otherwise , it may be mounted on the ceiling in the center , close to the windscreen . its impossible to generalize , but this probably shouldnt be more than ¼ 0 . 6 cm or so of throttle travel . keep the airspeed within the green arc . the nose of the aircraft should drop on its own without pushing forward on the yoke . if you find you are constantly pushing or pulling on the yoke to keep the airplane steady , you have to use trim to relieve those pressures . otherwise , it can get very tiring andor distracting . the trim wheel is typically a wheel approximately 6–8 inches 15 . 2–20 . 3 cm in diameter that rotates in the same direction as the landing gear wheels . it is often located near your knees on either side . it is black and has small bumps on the outside edges . as you hold pressure against the yoke , gently turn the trim wheel . if the pressure you are holding gets greater , turn the wheel in the other direction until you no longer have to maintain the original level of pressure . note on some small airplanes , the trim wheel may be found on the headliner and in the shape of a crank . also , on some larger aircraft the trim is in the form of a switch on the yoke control stick . it is usually on the left near the top . if the aircraft is pushing the yoke towards you , then push the lever down . if it is pulling away , push the lever up . youll be using a variety of drag devices slats and flaps , next to the throttles to slow the plane down without losing lift . get the landing gear down , if its retractable . if the gear is fixed , its always down and you dont need to do anything . the gear handle the end of the handle is shaped like a tire is usually just to the right of the center console , above where the knee of the co - pilot would be . if you need to land on water , though , leave the landing gear up . on most large , commercial aircraft , there will be a gpws or egpws for airbus system . what it does is when you reach a certain altitude usually 2500 , 1000 , 500 - 100 , 50 - 5 , it will call out that altitude . it will also say approaching minimums and minimums . approaching minimums means you are 100 feet from approaching minimums , depending on what kind of approach you are executing . when minimums sounds , you should check if the runway andor the approach lights are in sight . if not , you must engage the toga mode and execute a missed approach . if you cant find the toga button , just put the throttle to full . be sure to activate the autobrake and arm the spoilers if any if possible . look for the autobrake knob , its location will vary from aircraft to aircraft . the spoilers ensure a firm landing and reduce the chance of you flying up in the air when you flare . beware of crosswind . if theres a crosswind , then you must counter it by pushing going into a crab position . a crab is where your nose is pointing more or less in the direction of the where the wind is coming from . generally , you want to experiment with the crab until you get the perfect angle to continue the approach . use the rudder pedals if necessary . just before you touch down , youll need to raise the nose to flare and land on the main wheels first . a flare is typically 5 - 7 degrees in a small aircraft with 60 - 70 knots , depending on your weight . in some larger aircraft , a flare may mean up to 15 degrees of nose up , with 140 - 150 knots , once again depending on your weight . in a small general aviation aircraft , flare at 5 - 10 feet . on a small narrow - body airliner , flare at 10 - 15 feet . on a large , wide - body aircraft like the 777 or a380 , you should start initiating your flare no lower than 20 feet . if you flare too high , you will float down the runway , causing you to use up more runway , and sometimes causes you to have a hard landing due to the plane slowing down while floating . you must retard the throttle put it to idle just before your flare . if flying a large commercial aircraft , activate your reverse thrust , if the plane has it . on boeing aircraft , there are bars behind the throttle quadrant . pull the bars back all the way and the thrust will be directed forward to aid in stopping the aircraft . if all else fails , pull the throttle back as fast and far as possible . if theres a crosswind and youre misaligned with the runway , it may be a good idea to only activate one reverse thrust to realign the plane , then activate the next one once you are on the centerline . reduce power to idle by pulling the throttle all the way back , until you reach the sign labeled idle . it is normally a black lever usually located between the pilot and co - pilot . gently apply the brakes by pressing on top of the rudder pedals . use enough pressure to stop the plane without skidding . the rudder pedals themselves are used to steer the plane on the ground , so dont use them unless the plane is veering off the runway . once you get some help for the unconscious pilot , you can finally faint . go ahead , you earned it . and if you can ever stand to see another airplane , let alone get on one , you just may have the right stuff and should consider taking flight lessons from a certified instructor . then again , maybe not . just write a book about it . |
create a business plan that lays out your ultimate goal for your yacht charter business . design 1 or 2 yacht chartering packages that you would like to offer your clients . decide whether you will be buying a luxury yacht or chartering one . understand licensing requirements for chartering a yacht . find out what insurance coverage you need for your business . get financing for your business if you dont have the funds readily available . market your business within an established budget . set up a website that boasts your yacht chartering service . | how to start a yacht charter business | you then need to determine how you plan on reaching your goal . your business plan will also answer questions , such as the size of yacht you plan on managing , the destinations you wish to charter and the type and size of clientele groups you want to accommodate . you will need to decide if you will be staying in local waters or venturing into international jurisdictions . decide also whether you will be providing complimentary food and beverages . note that chartering a yacht will be less expensive , plus it will afford you a large selection of yachts to choose from . not only does the person sailing the boat have to have a pilots license , but you have to secure a license for commercial use of your yacht . you should also learn about licensing for each water jurisdiction you plan on navigating to . research coverage offered for property damage , personal injury and especially safety accommodations . this is one of the most important steps when it comes to starting a yacht chartering business . meet with your insurance broker and make sure that you are fully covered in all capacities before accepting your first chartering job . not only will you need to purchase or charter a yacht , but you have other set - up and ongoing expenses you need to cover . you will have office expenses to take care of and bills to pay . you may also have a staff to pay . opt for a line of credit so that you can keep your business running until it begins to profit . depending on your finances , you can advertise in trade and vacation publications or on television . you could also print full color brochures that your customers can pass on to their friends . fill it with photos of yacht trips to entice potential customers . you can take advantage of templates offered by hosting companies if you dont have much web design experience . another option would be to commission a web designer . |
decide what session you want to apply for . put together a job resume . complete the initial application . find and click the green button that says apply now to continue with the application . take the web - based interview . respond to the phone interview when disney parks calls you . answer questions with an honest opinion . email the recruiting director for the program to ask about making appointments for an in person job interview . take part in the interview . be patient . congratulate yourself , if they say youve made it . | how to apply for a disney college program | do you like sweating do you like crowds if not , then do not apply for the fall , or fall advantage program . if you do , then apply for that time . if you like a tamer time of year for either the walt disney world resort or disneyland resort , you should apply for spring or the spring advantage session of the program . even if youve never worked before , you still need something to give the employer to prove your schooling and references . fill out a regular application like you would for any other job application . however , unlike most jobs , the disney careers application is online . disneycareers is the hosting company of the disney college program . you can find this page here . disneycareers has chosen not to give participants a papered form , therefore do not try to look for one . visit the college program website above . you must meet the criteria the school requires for participation , along with a high school diploma or ged . these requirements include a gpa at grade level and a number of credit hours earned to participate . schools will be contacted to verify this information at this site . fill out this information name , address , etc as well as your choice of park disneyland ca or walt disney world fl . after completing the application , some job applicants will not get past this point in the application process . if you do not get past this step in the application process , then that means that you are either not qualified to work for disney based on prior work experience or you do not meet the necessary qualifications the disney college program requires . a link will be sent to you . this link is your personalized web - based interview . you need to finish it within 48 hours . answer the questions honestly set up a time when you can take the phone interview . if you meet the disney standards for the web - based interview , then within a day or so you should get an email about setting up a day and time for a phone interview . according to amber sewell in the book amber earns her ears , she said that the call will come through as a restricted number , so be prepared for it . the questions will most likely be formed like these why do you want to be a part of the disney college program the key to this question is about the college program . its not about working for disney or being a total fan of disney what are the top three roles , and different situations that could happen at work and at the apartment roles are the types of jobs that you have the chance of getting . for example , you could work in merchandise , or for attractions in the parks . for disneyland contact here for walt disney world use wdw recruiting address instead . ask about making an appointment for an in person job interview . if you dont live in california or florida , youll need to make travel arrangements and travel documentation if you live outside of the united states to get to your specified location . you must be able to speak english . answer the questions you get asked , and ask some questions about the jobprogram yourself . this is a time for both yourself and the company to get to know a little about your ways you interact with people . ask as many questions you can , without it seeming like you havent done any research about the program . let the interviewer know you researched the online program , but that there are still questions about some things you still dont understand . if and when the interviewer asks you why you want to work for disney parks , infer through some of the disney principles that you love disney include movie references and potential park references if youve ever been to them before to show just how much you love disney and its other guests . some applicants get answers the very next day , while some it may take a few weeks . disney says that you will get an answer between two and three weeks after your phone interview , but people hear things at different times . if you dont get an answer within the three weeks , ask about whether or not you qualify . if you dont get the specific job you applied for , ask disney why . some people find out the very next day , and some in those few weeks . regardless , the time it takes , certain is worth to wait . dont despair , if they tell you that you havent theres always next time if you do make it , you can rejoice . you made it you are going to work for the walt disney company you will be working for one of the most successful companies in the world . |
investigate whether theres a need for a taxi company in your area . determine your niche . construct a solid business plan that includes your start - up costs , management strategy , marketing plan , and expansion plan . apply for a loan from your bank or seek funding from private investors to raise the capital you need to start a taxi company . apply for a commercial drivers license at your local dmv . register your taxi company with your city to obtain your business license . purchase at least one vehicle that is modified for use as a taxi . register your vehicle or vehicles with the dmv . choose a location for your taxi company . purchase property , comprehensive , and liability insurance for your taxi company . use gps location software to help the central location keep an eye on taxis . advertise your taxi company on flyers , in local publications , and on the internet . print business cards to give to customers after their ride . consider having customer loyalty schemes . set up social media accounts . use the taxis to raise revenue by offering car space for advertising . interview and hire drivers . provide uniforms for staff . set up rules for staff . have good employment practices in place . | how to start a taxi company | in smaller towns , the demand for taxis usually isnt so high , so considering a different location to start a taxi company might be a wise choice . though most taxi companies cater to all types of customers , there are those that cater to high - end clientele such as politicians , diplomats , and executives . other taxi companies offer adapted vehicles for the physically impaired , while yet others provide green taxis for environmentally - conscious customers . have an accountant review it for additional advice . , also apply for an employers identification number or ein if you plan to hire other drivers . purchase taxi meters and top - light signs . unless they are licensed for commercial use , you may not use them as taxis . make sure it has easy access to all major routes in your area and enough parking spaces to safely store all your vehicles . insurance will protect your company in the event of damage , theft , accidents , or lawsuits . the gps should be up - to - date , such as waze . add your taxi company to tourist websites , and other informational sites . , for example , you could hand out key chain loyalty cards which customers simply scan and their details are kept on file . having group discounts and special members only discounts are another possibility for promoting your company . for example , facebook and twitter . share updates and information regularly . reward customers for sharing information , liking your company or entering competitions your company runs . you could also consider special advertising , such as company of the month . hire people who are reliable , polite , and possess their commercial drivers licenses . this helps to establish your taxi services as coming from a distinct and reputable company . it can be simple , such as a white shirt with blue or black pants . rules about behavior , use of the taxis and treatment of customers are important , along with ensuring financial accountability . rules might include being drug - and alcohol - free when driving , along with turning up to work sober or not job that day . you might include a breathalyzer in each taxi . keeping cars clean inside and out . decide where the responsibility for this should rest . uniforms to be in good condition , drivers to be well groomed . for example , how tips are to be handled , minimum pay and benefits , etc . |
set up a detailed business plan for your motorcycle business . select a distinctive but memorable name for your motorcycle business start - up . find a location for your motorbike business . make sure that you are fully insured . learn about your business taxation obligations . establish a credit line with your bank . open accounts with trusted suppliers . hire talented motorbike experts who are passionate about riding for your sale staff and mechanics . decide on a budget for your motorbike business marketing campaign . | how to start a motorcycle business | this plan lays out your business goals and the measures you plan to take to meet them . you can add whatever information you feel is necessary to your business plan , as long as it relate to the business , such as objectives , steps involved , timeframe and finances . oftentimes you need a business plan in order to apply for financing . then set up your business license , applicable permits and registration , according to local business laws . you will need a large space with a glass front so your motorcycles are visible from the outside . you should also have a spacious parking area for displaying your inventory and customer parking . opt for a high traffic area . you will have a lot of expensive inventory , so meet with an insurance agent and discuss what kind of coverage is necessary . it is essential that your property , assets and inventory are covered in the event that they are destroyed . you can deduct business expenses , so understand how that functions and what documents you need to keep on file . you will need to finance the setup of your business , from the cost of inventory to administration equipment . you also need to pay your bills , write paychecks and advertise . a line of credit ensures that your business can function effectively until you start seeing profit . select the inventory you want on hand to start your motorcycle business . make sure that you have something on hand for a diverse range of riding needs , and include some new designs . ask your suppliers for marketing materials . an experienced staff is more inclined to instill confidence in the customer . you also want to build long - term relationships with your customers so that they will return not only for repairs and maintenance , but to purchase bike accessories and maybe more motorcycles . you can advertise in the local newspapers , trade magazines , television and radio . opt for an incentive , such as a gift certificate , for customers who refer their friends . |
get a commercial and private pilots license . gain experience . evaluate and plan your expenses and profits . buy a hot air balloon , basket and other necessary equipment . gather a crew . create a company name . purchase insurance . advertise your company . follow all safety practices and regulations . ensure your customers are satisfied . | how to start a hot air balloon business | rules and regulations for obtaining a pilots license vary by states , provinces and countries . research the federal aviation laws in your area for more information on how to obtain a pilots license . before starting your own hot air balloon business , work with another local company to gain experience and an insiders perspective . determine the monthly income . research what other local hot air balloon companies are charging for rides . use this to decide on an appropriate price point . estimate how many rides you will give per month . multiply the price charged times the number of rides each month to figure your monthly profit . add together the monthly costs including overhead and expenses . be sure to include all expenses including gas for the chaser van , staff wages and advertising . subtract your monthly costs from your monthly income to estimate your monthly profits . note that these numbers do not include your initial investments in equipment . along with the hot air balloon itself , you will need a basket , ties , inflation fan , gas , chaser van and safety equipment . hire another experienced balloonist to assist with your new business . you will need at least 2 to 4 crew members to assist in assembling and disassembling the hot air balloon and to drive the chaser van . your company will need a name . do a search of other local hot air balloon ride company names . try to create a unique but instantly trustworthy company name . hot air ballooning can pose many dangers . purchasing insurance will help protect your company and customers . in order to sell hot air balloon rides you must advertise your company . you can do this on your own through paper and electronic advertisements or hire an advertising agency to market your new company . with the threat of possible danger , it is extremely important that you and your passengers know and follow all safety regulations . know when it is safe to fly . as a general rule do not fly when the wind is higher than 12 mph 5 . 4 ms . the best time to fly is usually within a couple hours of sunset and sunrise . this is when the wind is the most calm . develop your own safely regulations . while there are standard flying regulations , you should implement your own procedures based on your experience and balloon . for instance , you may want to implement weight , age andor height restrictions . inform your passengers of the safety procedures . passengers should not lean over the edge of the basket or jump inside the basket . passengers should not be near the flame or disrupt the pilot . passengers should also be braced for the landing . as in any business , your customers are the most important aspect . ask for feedback and research innovative ways to make your customers ride memorable and enjoyable . |
know what youre getting into . consider the costs of starting a company . decide the type of company you will start . write a business plan . consider hiring a consultant . consider hiring a business lawyer familiar with the industry . determine the legal structure of your business . choose your business name and register it with your state government . a dba doing business as is needed whenever you are doing business under a name other than your own . determine if you need to get a tax identification number for your business . register to pay taxes in your state and understand local tax laws . obtain the necessary licenses and permits . get insurance . create a website . get a toll - free number and print business cards . purchase your vehicle or arrange contracts with other companies . choose a payment system . purchase a navigation system . advertise your service . do airport transfers for steady business . seek out specialized hires for greater profits . prepare contracts for special event service . buy more cars and hire more chauffeurs as you grow your business . cultivate repeat business . | how to start a limousine company | the limousine business isnt right for everybody . it is based on customer service and availability . if youre not a people person , look elsewhere . if you want a 9 - 5 job , think again . people rent limos at all hours of the day , and the most lucrative jobs take place on the weekends . be sure youre comfortable with long , erratic hours before getting started in the business . if you want to start with your own car , insurance , and website , youre looking at 50 - 100 , 000 , plus the monthly costs of gas and maintenance . if youre starting a virtual call center , with only business cards , a toll - free number , and a website , you can get started for anywhere from 500 - 5 , 000 , depending mostly on how much you invest in your website . you dont even need a limousine to start a limousine company . depending on how much you are willing to invest , you can start by building a customer base as a virtual call center , by buying a vehicle or two , or launching an entire fleet . virtual call center – all you need for this is a business card , website , and toll - free number . you will field calls or internet request for rides and subcontract them to limo services , taking up to a 20 commission . this is an inexpensive way to build a customer base and accrue capital . drive a vehicle – you will need to start with a black sedan usually a town car andor a limousine white is preferable at first , both of which will require a significant investment . on the other hand , driving your own vehicle will allow you to increase your revenue substantially . fleet – launching a fleet is the riskiest way to start your business , as it requires a large outlay of capital to purchase multiple sedans and limousines . you will also have to hire a dispatcher and chauffeurs , who will typically pay a flat fee to use lease your vehicles 75 - 150 a day or give you a percentage of their fares usually one third . more vehicles on the road can mean more money , but it can also mean bigger losses if business is slow . whatever type of limousine service you decide to launch , your business will benefit from a strategic plan that will guide you in achieving your goals . you can find more details about how to write a plan here , but broadly , you will want to include your business concept what you are offering , your strengths and weaknesses , long term goals , and performance indicators , beyond the bottom line , which will let you know you are succeeding or failing . these last might include important measures like the number of repeat customers and the number of inquiries you convert into sales . market research the nature of the industry , who are your customers business men , airport traffic , weddings , etc , who are the other limousine companies you will be competing with , what prices are charged . remember that the goal is to sell service . this is a luxury business being the cheap limousine company is not a good business model . a marketing plan how you will communicate with customers and grow your customer base . an operations plan identify the individual projects that will lead to completing your larger goals . to begin with , these might include things like hiring a designer , registering your domain , and finding a webhost – all to build a website or finding livery insurance , buying a car , and choosing billing options – all to prepare your vehicle for service . financial projections these include a list of assets before you start the business start - up costs such as building a website , getting insurance , obtaining permits , and purchasing a vehicle marketing costs and revenue projections . you will need to know how much business you need to do at what price in order to show a profit , and how long you can perform at a loss . you can find a sample business plan for a limousine service here . there are consultants who specialize in the limousine business . they can help you identify lucrative markets , set rates , and advertise effectively . particularly if you are new to the business , a consultant can make you money in the long run , despite the initial cost . a lawyer can help you decide on the most advantageous legal structure for your business and walk you through tax procedures and the necessary licenses and permits in your area . this will have implications for how you file taxes and how much you will need to pay . most small businesses are sole proprietorships , which are the easiest to set up and require the least paperwork . if you are considering another legal structure , you may wish to consult a lawyer who can help you pick the structure best for you . sole proprietorship – an unincorporated business run by an individual . no special steps are needed to form a sole proprietorship , and since there is no distinction between the business and you , the owner , the income from the business is reported as your income . you pay self employment tax . because you will be personally liable for your business , this form is not recommended . partnership – a business where two or more people share ownership . to form one you must choose a name and register your business with your state . you must also register with the irs and get a tax id . profits are passed through to the partners , who pay taxes on them on their individual tax return . this includes self employment tax . partners are liable for their own actions and those of their partners . limited liability company llc – to start an llc , you must , at a minimum , choose a name and file articles of organization with your state , often for a fee . llc owners pay taxes on profits through their individual income tax returns and have to pay self employment tax , but are protected from personal liability for the decisions and actions of the company . corporation – an independent legal entity owned by shareholders . to register your corporation you must choose a company name and file articles of incorporation with your state . you will also need to register with the irs and get a tax id . corporations file taxes separately from their owners . this may prove advantageous , allowing owners to take advantage of the corporate tax rate , but it may also lead to double taxation . you should speak with your lawyer or accountant to see if this form of business will benefit you . s corporation – an independent legal entity owned by shareholders , like a typical corporation , except that to avoid double taxation , profits and losses are passed through to the owners personal tax returns , instead of the company paying taxes . if you are working as an independent contractor under your own name , you dont need one . but if your limousine business has a name other than your own , you will need to register that name as a dba . corporations that must file tax returns will need one , as well as partnerships , which dont file taxes , but do have to file business information annually with the irsyou will also need a tax id if you have employees . drivers are usually hired as independent contractors who cover their own payroll taxes , but for a dispatcher or other employees , your company will be responsible for half their payroll taxes , and must thus have a tax id with which to pay them . most states and some localities levy a business or corporate income tax . if you are a sole proprietor , you will pay this tax as part of your personal income return , while llcs and corporations will be taxed separately from their individual owners . if you have employees , you will also need to pay state workers compensation insurance and unemployment insurance taxes . you can find more information on tax laws for businesses in your state here . depending on the laws in your area , you will need to obtain permits for your business , vehicle , yourself , or all three in order to operate a limousine or black car , and sometimes another permit to pick up passengers at the airport . depending on the locality and how competitive the market is , these permits will cost from around 100 to several thousand dollars . personal auto insurance usually has a livery exclusion , meaning your passengers and car will not be covered if you are using it for hire . start searching for a business auto policy that covers livery service early , as it can take 4 to 6 weeks to get in place . most clients find their limousines online , so a website is vital . unless you are an experienced site designer , you will probably want to hire a professional to create a polished website . web designers will build your site and take care of registering your domain name and selecting a webhost . the more you pay , the more input you will have in creating a unique site . the cost of web design varies depending on whether you use a solo developer in the us 25 - 100hr , an offshore web company 10 - 40hr , or an established us agency 60 - 200hr . offshore firms can design sites starting at around 500 , while the cost of a us firm will usually range from 5 , 000 - 10 , 000 , with solo developers falling somewhere in - between . you will most frequently be charged by the minute for your toll - free numbers . call around for the best rates . once you have the number , you can print business cards with it and your website . these cards are a key way to grow your business . you will give them to customers and leave them at clubs and hotels . if you are establishing a virtual call center , you will need to negotiate contracts with existing limousine companies that specify the commission you will receive . otherwise , you will need to purchase a vehicle . a black town car is a good starter for airport transfers and corporate customers . it is less expensive than a stretch limo . a stretch limo is necessary for most of the most lucrative services – weddings , funerals , proms and graduations – so youll want to add one to your fleet as soon as possible . start with a white limo , as these are most popular for weddings , proms , graduations , and other special events . if possible , purchase both a black sedan and a limousine so that you can provide the full range of services – airport and corporate business during the week , and special events on the weekends . you can install a meter in your car , but limousine drivers are increasingly opting for online services that schedule appointments , notify drivers where to pick up customers , and handle payment . even if you know your town like the back of your hand , there will be addresses that youve never heard of . a navigation system will not only ensure that you dont get lost , it can also help you avoid traffic , thereby greatly improving your clients experience . advertising is the key to succeeding in the limousine business . the more inquiries you receive , and the more of those inquiries you convert into sales , the more money you can make . a polished website and business cards are a key starting point . also consider pay - per - click advertising – buying internet traffic is the quickest way to bring people to your website . however , make sure you are targeting the right audience . clicks cost you money , and if tons of visitors leave without purchasing your services or product , you can lose money . the two major advertisers are googleads and facebook . craigslist , the yellow pages , and radio spots – make sure you have a professional ad in both the yellow pages and craigslist , for those who search there . radio spots can be effective , though they are more expensive than internet advertising . hotels and night clubs – talk with the manager and drop off your card . consider giving 5 commission to hotel doormen and club staff . if someone needs a limo , you want to be the person they recommend . profit margins are low on airport clientele , but the business tends to be steady over the course of the year . it thus provides a good base of revenue for your company between weekend wedding hires and the prom graduation season . airport transfers and corporate hires will help keep you in the black , but the real money to be made is in special events , which require a limousine . weddings - weddings are a good reason to get a stretch limo . they require a higher level of service – a tuxedo - ed driver , champagne beverage , coordination with the bride – but also pay very well . funeral service - again , this is a specialized service that takes place mostly on weekends . you will need a pressed black suit and a non - ostentatious black limousine . proms and graduations – though the season for them only lasts two months , these events provide the greatest profit for limousine companies . consider increasing advertising before and during the season . for events that book in advance , youll want the clients to sign a contract that stipulates a non - refundable 20 deposit to protect you in case they back out for some reason . this is not uncommon , particularly with graduations . the best way to hire chauffeurs is to go to airports and pick out well - dressed chauffeurs in the baggage area . offer them your card and ask them to call you if theyre not happy working where they are . have your lawyer write up contracts , and decide on how you will collect money from your drivers as a monthly fee for leasing your vehicle or as a percentage of their fares . this is the key to success in the limousine business . your website should collect client information . use it to create email and physical mail lists . send mail to thank customers and encourage them to use your service again . also , always be sure to hand out your business card to passengers . most importantly , offer professional , courteous service that makes customers want to return . |
define the scope of your business . describe potential locations . determine your equipment needs . detail your sources of funding . define your unique selling point . obtain a license to operate your business . purchase insurance for your business . fulfill your administrative needs . implement a marketing strategy . make alliances with car dealerships . consider going mobile . encourage your employees to get certified . open additional branches of your business . | how to start a car repair business | opening your business plan with its scope provides a general idea of how many customers you will serve and on what scale you will serve them . how many cars do you plan to service in a day and how many staff members will you take on will you only offer a specialized service , such as oil changes and tire repairs , or will you offer a more comprehensive range of repairs will you buy a currently operating car repair shop or start a brand new one from scratch what are the costs and benefits of each of these options do you plan to remain an independent repair shop or will you join a franchise like jiffy lube or midas you will generally need 30 , 000 - 200 , 000 to join a franchise , but the advantage is that they will handle marketing and they often have a nationally trusted brand name for potential customers . if you do not have any existing customers in your current career that you know would follow you to a new business , joining a franchise might be worth the investment . your business plan will be shaped by the potential locations for your car repair shop . leasing a current repair shop might be cheaper than buying one or building one from the ground up . look for locations that are convenient to either highway or main road access . if your shop is very isolated , it is unlikely customers will come to you , especially when towing costs are often tallied by the mile . your location should also be able to accommodate an office for you to take care of your administrative needs and a waiting room area for your customers . the price of equipment will most likely be your largest cost after the cost of the location . will you rent your equipment or will you buy it outright you will most likely need a specialized set of mechanics tools 15 , 000 , at least one diagnostics machine 5 , 000 , and a lift with an installation 3 , 700 . with the cost of equipment , insurance , rent , and payment for your staff , you will probably need somewhere between 50 , 000 - 100 , 000 to open your business , depending on your location . you should clearly detail any loans your plan to apply for in order to fund your business will you apply for a business loan from your bank , from the small business administration , or from another source to get approved , you must have a healthy financial history with good credit , no history of bankruptcy and be able to demonstrate that you have roughly 70 of the funding already raised . if you are denied a loan from the small business administration or your local bank , then you could consider other lenders like ondeck and kabbage if you need cash quickly . these lenders are meant for short - term loans because their interest rates are very high . if you choose to take a loan from friends or family members , still put the repayment terms of this loan in writing . you do not want to risk losing relationships in the event that you cannot repay the loan in a timely manner . most importantly , you should clearly state in your business plan what your shop will provide that no other shop in your area does . will you provide the lowest prices , the fastest turnaround , or the best customer service why should a customer pick your business over your competitors you can also consider if you will specialize in a niche field , like restoring old cars , or providing environmentally friendly or green services to your customers . defining your usp will help lay the foundation for your broader marketing plan once you open your store . states have different licensing requirements for auto repair business . check your local motor vehicle department for information about the type of license that you will need to operate an auto repair shop in your state . to obtain a license in your state , you will need to fill out an application . your motor vehicle department can provide you with an application to apply for your license . meet eligibility requirements . in most states , you will need to meet certain eligibility requirements to be allowed to apply . these requirements may include things like your age , credit , and criminal record . provide required documents and information . you may need to include some other documents and information such as proof that the building you plan to use has been zoned for your business , your tax id number , and color photographs of your facility . pay any fees required to process the application . the application fee may be as low as 20 , but if approved , you may need to pay 300 or more to obtain the license . before approving your application , most states require you to have a minimum amount of insurance for liability purposes . this amount may be as low as 50 , 000 or as high as 300 , 000 . check with your states motor vehicle department to determine how much insurance you will need to obtain for your business . you will need a clear financial system in place in order to operate as a business and to anticipate potential pitfalls . consider hiring an accountant or a financial advisor to help you establish a budget for your expenses as a new business . an accountant can help you manage your taxes , your payroll system , and advise you on the best bookkeeping system to use in your business . you should also consider retaining a lawyer in case you face any suits or claims from your clients . ask other mechanics in your area which lawyers they use and like . your success as a business will depend on how you relate to your customers and potential customers define your core values as a brand . what are three words your customers should think of when they think of your business you might think of words like honest , loyal , and dependable . print eye - catching flyers . you can place them in places where lots of customers might congregate , such as gyms , civic centers , office parks , and the parking lots at universities and college campuses . establish a loyalty program . you might offer your customers a free oil change after they come to see you for another service like an engine repair or heatingair conditioning repair . you can also send coupons in the mail to your neighbors or consider offering a digital discount through a service like groupon . consider advertising on tv or on the radio . tv commercials and radio ads may also help you to reach a wider audience and gain new customers . some car dealers have their own mechanical shops attached to their businesses , but others dont . you should consider approaching dealers and asking them if they could refer customers to your business . in return , you could also advertise for their business when your customers want to buy a new car . for minor repairs - - like tire changes - - you might consider offering roadside assistance or going to customers homes to help them . this will help your customers associate you with loyalty and convenience . your business can only grow in prestige if your technicians gain certification . most automotive technicians gain certification from the national institute for automotive service excellence . technicians must have a two - year degree and a year of formal experience working as an automotive technician or mechanic . you can become certified in a number of specializations , ranging from school bus repair , collision repair , trucking equipment , and more . gaining certification can help your business gain more credibility in the eyes of your customers . if your shop becomes profitable , and you have a surplus of customers , consider opening an additional location in an area that you would be more convenient to other customers . you should only do this if you get to the point where your first branch runs smoothly on a daily basis . make sure you have reliable and capable managers to help you . if you still have to run daily demands by yourself , then it might not be the best time to expand . |
understand the demand . study the industry the supply . consider the benefits of a franchise brand recognition . brand , support , margins on average , franchisees command between two and three times the price point over competitors per restoration . choose a process headlight cleaning kits , buffing or polishing . create warranty terms none , 1 - year , 5 - year , lifetime . decide who your market will be wholesale , retail or sublets . develop your sales approach . register your business with the secretary of state . file with the irs for a tin or ein . | how to start a headlight restoration franchise business | replacing a damaged headlight with a new one is becoming less of an option these days . with the escalating cost of these new headlights , price conscious consumers are in need of a cost effective alternative . with an average replacement cost of 1000 per set of lights , headlight restoration offers a cost - effective solution to replacement . external headlight issues that require replacement or restoration include oxidation , tarnishing , cracks , sand - pitting , rock - chips , and scratching due to collision . in addition , internal issues such as fixing damaged headlight seals , leaking cracks , headlight condensation , and hid hazed lenses can generate huge profits as current kits and conventional methods cannot address these issues . an internally damaged headlight can generally be repaired for 50 - 200 . an externally damaged headlight can be reconditioned for 50 – 100 with the work being performed in 30 - 60 minutes . the replacement cost of oem headlights ranges from 400 to 6400 per light . the numbers clearly favor repair over replacement . it is mutually beneficial to all parties involved . the headlight reconditioning industry is fragmented into small , sporadically located mobile services , and a few headlight kit manufacturing companies . this is precisely what makes the industry ripe for the emergence of a high - quality specialty franchise . the small mobile services suffer from a lack of name recognition and legitimacy , network supportpricing and skilled headlight repair technicians . the kit manufacturers offer poor quality kits that have a reputation for peeling , yellowing , and oxidizing within a few months . new car dealerships , repair shops , car washes , and detail shops are all in need of a service which provides quick , efficient and accurate repair and reconditioning . as an entrepreneur , starting your own business is filled with obstacles from building credibility to establishing customer base and ensuring customer retention . a franchise has already spent time and money establishing its brand as a nationally recognized industry leader . this allows its franchisees to take advantage of immediate credibility with consumers . selling power ask anyone you know who has ever tried selling their service to a new car dealership and they will tell you it is close to impossible . large nationwide accounts prefer to negotiate with national companies . franchise sales staff will do just that… sales associates will negotiate with new car dealerships , national auto service centers , insurance companies and others to help ensure your success over your local competitors . proven success record to make a new business as successful as an existing franchise you would first have to develop a comparable headlight restoration process and be proficient in all areas of the business legal , sales , marketing , accounting , computer science , promotions , telemarketing sales , tax law , back office services . buying a franchise eliminates the learning curve and allows you to concentrate completely on achieving your goals . buying power when a local business buys a roll of tape , the business often purchases for a single location only therefore , it is buying a lower quantity at a premium price . when a franchisee buys the same product – even the same volume of product – it can take advantage of national accounts that significantly reduce costs for the individual dealer . taking advantage of substantial buying power will help reduce your franchise´s expenses over your local competitors . networking opportunities unlike individual businesses that can´t share best practices with one another owing to competitive pressures , our franchise system is designed to allow for networking and knowledge share in a non - competitive environment . that way , you´ll be in a better position to learn from not only the franchises corporate staff , but also from other more experienced franchisees . franchisees command more money for three reasons brand recognition , consistency of finish and warranties . customers like the peace - of - mind that comes with the knowledge that an individuals work and warranty is backed by a national company . depending on the particular franchise , you may have free access to personal website development , search engine optimization , on - line ad creation and more… some franchises even offer their franchises complete turn - key build - out including on - site training and commercial account acquisition , allowing the new franchisee to begin generating substantial revenue immediately . , |
choose a name . set a price . advertise , do a good job . request cash . | how to start a car wash business | names are what draw most customers in . catchy things are most likely to draw attention . rhyming words are the best , while anything will do . not too high , or not too low . too high , no one will buy , too low , you wont make any money . consider your expenses , and possible profit for each price . many businesses fail because no one knows about them . advertise by putting up fliers , contacting your local news paper , or passing it on by mouth . be sure to include phone number address price dont expect to get a good recommendation if you didnt wash half of the car . clean thoroughly and neatly . many people pay in phony checks and they have just ripped you out of a couple of bucks ask for payment before each service or no deal . |
obtain a property and casualty insurance license from your state . construct a business plan for your car insurance company . be prepared to offer as much as possible to your customers . consider purchasing an existing can insurance agency . know the cost of starting a car insurance company . secure sufficient financing to get your business running . acquire a business license and insure the business itself . revisit and finalize your business plan . market your car insurance company . | how to start a car insurance company | this license allows you to legally sell car insurance in the state in which you hope to operate your business , and ensures that you have the necessary knowledge and skills to do so . attend a pre - licensing course . you will likely be required to takes courses covering both insurance and ethics . these courses will be specific to the state in which you are hoping to acquire a license . most are available online and can be completed at your own pace , but do require courses fees . take a state - administered exam . this is required to obtain an insurances license in most states . find out what the requirements are for your state from its department of insurance which sometimes go by various names . they will also notify you of the financial and other requirements related to licensing . some states will allow you to transfer your license from state to state . your business plan should outline how youll attract customers , which insurance carriers youll work with , and what your start - up costs are expected to be , as well as your projected income for the first few years of business . of course , there are some simpler decisions to make as well . choose the specific location of your business . you must know the state or states in which you intend to operate to get an insurance license . determine the actual city in which you will locate your business as well . this will help you start to consider whether you will be buying , leasing , or building an office . know that the specifics of your business plan are likely to change as you begin to build your business . one immediate necessity of an insurance company is the ability to determine risk when insuring your clients . larger companies , with whom you may be able to partner or purchase information from , will have the best access to this sort of information and the cutting - edge technologies with which it is derived . the more policies you have , the more policy options and different rates you can offer your clients . you can even sell policies offered by other larger insurance providers . be sure to offer liability insurance , collision insurance , and comprehensive insurance , as well as multi - car insurance policies and umbrella policies . diminish unanticipated surprises by getting advice on your business plan from lawyers , accountants , public relations professionals , and other business people as early as youre able to do so . develop strong relationships with contacts at other insurance providers and carriers , at all levels of the industry . these people , who you should treat as both professional peers and as friends , will likely become key avenues of information , if not formal business partners . research whats available independently . familiarize yourself with all of the plans you will have the capability to offer both when you open and as you grow , as well as what it will take to offer them . some of these will necessitate cooperation with other insurance businesses . the sooner you know who you need to work with , and who you would like to work with in the future , the better you can develop those relationships . business acquisition has the advantages of saving time , acquiring an existing customer base , and avoiding startup costs . there are always opportunities to franchise or partner with successful insurance companies as well . purchasing or buying into an existing company is both easier and more reliable than starting your own business – in part because the business plan is already developed and has likely been put into effect . build your own brand to have full control of your insurance company by starting from scratch . add an insurance company to your business portfolio by buying a franchise or partnering with an established insurance agency . you need to have a good idea of how much it will cost to get the company up and running . theres no benchmark amount that is required to start a car insurance company . your business model , your location , your experience , and your business partnerships will all greatly affect this figure . there are guaranteed expenses associated with licensing , which can be quite substantial – figures in some states can reach several hundreds of thousands of dollars . while you may be able to fully license your company for under 100 , 000 , recognize that costs such as rent , your own salary , and other necessary expenses can quickly add up . contact the small business administration sba for information regarding the likely costs you will incur in starting a business , and for help securing the funding to do so . if youre planning to run your car insurance company as a full - time job , you will likely need to secure financing to do so . this will likely require either a loan or investment capital from private investors to cover your start - up costs and living expenses until you start generating revenue . whereas banks are sometimes hesitant offering new business loans , the sba exists specifically to help start and run small businesses . reach out to any personal connections you have in the business world . private investors can be a great source of investment capital . have a carefully prepared proposal ready when you apply for financing . this should contain details including the total capital you require , the salary you intend to pay yourself , and other initial expenses for the first few years . this will help potential financiers assess the risk involved in a potential loan or investment . in order to sell insurance , you need to register in the city in which you tend to do business . you also need to get a business license from the city . fill out all necessary applications and pay the associated fees . while it is unlikely that you will have to undergo any further testing or coursework , there will certainly be paperwork and necessary payments . if you intend to hire employees or hope to incorporate your business , you will also need to acquire an agency license . other aspects of your long term business plan will necessitate identifying customers and the specific sales strategies that will appeal to them , hiring qualified employees , and identifying competitors . once it feels like youre ready to go , there are likely a few more things to do . be sure youve met all legal requirements and have protected yourself and your business . purchase liability and property insurance for your car insurance company to protect your assets in case of a natural disaster , an accident , and to protect from losses associated with lawsuits . finalize which specific insurance policies you want to sell . though much of this will have been determined by this point , you may realize you have more of a capacity to differentiate options than you had previously thought . again , be sure youre equipped to provide as much as possible to your customers . for instance , consider selling insurance for special niches , such as vintage car insurance , motorcycle insurance , and rv insurance . you need to be able to identify and contact potential clients . advertising is a necessity , and its worth reaching out to people you know . the keys to marketing are identifying your target market , noting what makes your products unique , and developing a strategy to communicate the reasons to purchase insurance from your company . advertise in local publications , at driving schools , at the dmv , and online . contact family members , friends , business associates and everyday acquaintances to notify them of your new business . emphasize – in both conversations and all marketing materials – opportunities for potential clients to save money by switching to an insurance policy offered by your company . |
hire the right people to drive your trucks and perform the everyday administrative duties . design a benefits package that is attractive to your employees and affordable to you . show your current employees respect when managing a trucking company . make sure that your employees are all adhering to the company policies . be sure to pay your employees on time . support your employees with the tools and resources they need to be successful . be available to your clients . offer incentives to loyal customers . maintain a consistent cash flow by managing your trucking business finances frugally . | how to run a trucking business | ask the right questions when hiring . find out the reasons why applicants are interested in working for your company , where their priorities lie and how important it is to them to establish business relationships . in order to build your client base , you need staff that represents your company in a positive light . asking the right questions will help you select the people with the best work ethic . never offer too much before your business is up and running . it is harder to take away a benefit than it is to add one . only add a benefit when the business shows consistent profit to cover the expense . options for benefits include discounted health and dental care , flexible plans , and 401k retirement plans with a matching option . if you demonstrate consideration for your staff , they are more likely to show thoughtfulness toward the clients . it is important to establish a business mentality that is attractive to your potential and current clientele , and ultimately that attitude must begin with you . whether its regarding work ethics or behavior , ensure that everyone is following the procedures . if you are finding cause for concern , be responsive and prompt in dealing with them and correcting the problem . follow your own policies when implementing any disciplinary measures . you need reliable truck drivers to keep your business up and running , so be reliable when it comes to paying your employees . invest in up to date software for your freight brokerage , and ensure that all your staff members are trained accordingly . ensure that your trucks are to standard and equipped with the necessary tools . you should create an environment that is attractive to your employees , but within a realistic and cost - effective budget . always be responsive to client problems and prepared to correct any issues . deal with your clients directly , and let them know that they can come to you with questions or concerns . provide a discount to recurring customers . if they are reliable in both business and payment , then this is the kind of customer you should be encouraging . you need to pay your drivers , purchase fuel and maintain your trucks , so a steady cash flow is a necessity . select a source of financing that you can tap into when times are tight and the bills need to be paid . consider this an emergency fund . |
study the traffic flow . talk to the police . visit the chamber of commerce . read the local newspaper . visit as a customer . search online for a commercial real estate broker . look at the agencys other listings . meet with a real estate broker . explore the agencys support services . visit available properties . investigate the convenience store . consider the value of the name . review the protections from the company . explore the future fees and costs of a franchise . investigate potential competitors . test the soil under and around the property . investigate the individual tanks . verify ownership . check with city hall . secure financing . work with the broker to make an offer . negotiate a reasonable purchase price . complete all necessary regulatory details . | how to purchase a gas station | when you first get the idea to buy a gas station , you need to become familiar with the location . drive around the neighborhood . study the traffic patterns and get to know the busy intersections . look for locations that are likely to have a lot of travel and draw customers from local business . visit the local police station and find out about crime or other activity in the area of your prospective business . ask about the history of criminal activity at that particular gas station or at other similar business in the area . find out how active the police are at patrolling that neighborhood . to ensure that you get full attention , you should call the police station ahead of time and ask to make an appointment with someone . this will work better than just dropping in unannounced . in some jurisdictions , you may be able to review local police activity on the police departments website . the chamber of commerce exists to help local business communicate with each other and share their successes . visit the chamber of commerce and ask about the strengths and weaknesses of the community . you should be able to find out if new businesses are growing or closing in the area . even if you cannot schedule a meeting in person , visit the chambers website and learn what you can . from a chambers website , you can learn about community activities , charitable donations , and business involvement in community leadership . the nashville chamber of commerce , for example , has a special section of its website dedicated just to relocating in the area and starting a new business . visit the public library and read through several weeks or months of the local paper . look at the police blotter , a common article that reports police activity in town . look for stories of crime against gas stations . look for information about growth or decrease in the local population . try to get a feeling for the communitys attitude toward new business . after you have narrowed down your options , visit the station you are thinking of buying . notice all the details . is it easy to enter the station or is the traffic pattern difficult is the layout of the pumps easy to maneuver keep in mind that some things may be easy to change when you take over , but some things may not , or could be expensive . for example , cleaning up the bathrooms and repairing fixtures would be a relatively small cost . however , if you find that the plumbing does not work at all , you could be in for a serious unexpected expense . run a search for commercial real estate in the location that interests you . you should find listings for several commercial real estate brokers . review their websites to see the kinds of properties they handle . find a company that specializes in retail businesses , and particularly gas stations if possible . if most of them appear to be office spaces , that company is probably not for you . they might be able to handle a gas station , but it wont be their specialty . find a company that seems to show several similar businesses . for example , in the st . louis , missouri , area , am realty , inc . lists several gas stations and convenience stores on its website . this is probably a company that will be able to help you in that area . when you find an agency that looks like it can help you with commercial properties , call to schedule an appointment with a broker . meet with the broker and ask questions about what the agency can offer you . in particular , you may ask some of the following questions how familiar are you with this community how many sales of gas station businesses have you or your company been involved with in the past year what special concerns do i need to think about when buying a gas station what can you or your agency do to help me with licensing and other state regulations find out what the real estate agency can do to help you . there is much more in buying a gas station business than just looking for a property . you will want a real estate agency that can help you analyze the market , look at the businesss financial records , and understand the community . for example , in the boca raton and tampa , florida , areas , the commercial florida agency offers such strategic services assite selection feasibility studies market forecasts demographics research services a commercial real estate broker should be familiar with the available gas station properties in the area . ask the broker to arrange visits , so you can tour the facility and speak with the owner or business manager . when you visit , look at the facility , the structure of the buildings , the traffic patterns , and the location of the pumps . ask to see the companys sales records and financial accounts . many gas stations contain convenience stores or sell some additional items . gas stations generally make more profit from their convenience store than from the sale of gas alone . check out the kind of store , the number of products sold , and its overall cleanliness and appearance . these will all be indications of a successful business . buying a franchise , as opposed to an independently owned station , comes with the value of a recognized name . whether you look to buy a shell , sunoco , texaco or other name , you automatically become part of a recognized brand . that brand adds value to the station itself and will likely attract some level of business to your station . when you buy into a franchise , the national company will provide certain legal protections . this can be a big advantage of buying a franchise business rather than an independent gas station . if you buy an independent station , you may be left on your own . one of the biggest concerns of owning and operating a gas station business is the threat of tank leakage and environmental damage . most franchise purchases will protect you in such cases . the national company will often take on the responsibility . you will need to read the franchise agreement very carefully to make sure that you fully understand your liabilities and those of the national company . buying into a franchise carries the benefit of a well - known name and some financial protection , but you will be responsible for substantial fees and other financial expectations . read the franchise agreement carefully to know what these are . learn the requirements of owning a franchise before you buy the station . for example , you will likely be required to purchase your gas from the companys own designated suppliers , at their chosen prices . you will be required to pay for insurance for the companys pumps and other fixtures . you will likely have to pay regular franchise fees . if you buy into a franchise , the national company may have the right to approve other franchises very close to your own location . while you cannot control or limit all competition , you dont want competition coming from your own brand . you should negotiate this point before buying into a franchise and try to set as wide a radius as possible . once you buy the property , you will become responsible for any environmental hazards it contains . you need to find out about these hazards before purchasing . you have to determine whether the gas tanks are leaking or have leaked anything into the soil that you may have to clean up . check the telephone book or internet to find agencies in your area that perform environmental testing . before engaging anyone , explain the purpose of the testing and your desire to purchase the property . the seller may not volunteer information about the quality of the storage tanks unless you inquire . you should ask the owner for copies of any purchase receipts or technical specifications of the tanks . make sure that the tanks meet the current minimum requirements for your state . in california , for example , gas station tanks must be made of double - walled fiberglass dwfg with leak detection sensors . to find the requirements in your state , you may need to hire an attorney . alternatively , try calling the office of the secretary of state . each state will have its own office that sets the regulations . you need to know what you are buying . purchasing a business may be separate from purchasing the property that the business rests on . you need to ask to see the title for the property . if you find out that the sale is only for the business and not the property included , you will need to adjust the purchase price accordingly . dont pay as much for the business as you would for the business and the land . a real estate attorney can help you review the paperwork to tell you what your purchase includes . do not assume that the streets and businesses in the area of your prospective gas station will stay the same . you should check the city zoning department and office of public works to find out if any major changes are coming . a new road could divert traffic away from your site , seriously devaluing the business . if the city has plans to change zoning , you should find out before getting committed to the location . unless you have sufficient cash to buy the business on your own , you will need to visit a bank or other lender to secure a loan . search online to compare business loan mortgage rates . find a lender whose rates are competitive . meet with a bank officer to complete an application and obtain approval . you will need to provide a great deal of personal and financial information as part of a loan application . be prepared to turn over information about your employment history , bank accounts , and tax records . with many lenders , you can prequalify for a business loan . it is a good idea to begin this process and obtain prequalification before you finalize your search for a specific property . the real estate broker can assist you in evaluating the asking price for any particular gas station property . you should consider the prices of other gas stations available in the area , along with the recent history of sales of similar businesses . the broker should have these records . analyze the companys sales and financial records to gauge the likely success of the business itself . when you are ready , have your broker submit your offer . your first offer is not likely to match the sellers asking price . also , the seller is not likely to accept your first offer . work with your broker to negotiate a purchase price that you believe is a good one . part of negotiating may include not only the price itself but also the terms of payment . a good commercial broker should be able to help you with the state regulatory requirements . you will at least need to have the tanks and soil inspected . beyond that , each state will have its own expectations and requirements . |
start working on a business plan . get guidance writing your business plan from the sba . get local business advice . get advice directly from a local government office . specify your expected revenue for the first few years . determine the amount of funding youll need . over - estimate equipment and materials expenses . be willing to invest in the best location you can find . consider opening an auto body franchise location . conduct formal market analysis . develop relationships with paint and parts companies . specify your marketing intentions . contact auto insurance representatives . interview and hire employees . register your auto body shop . ensure that your business will meet body shop regulations . | how to open an auto body shop | one of the best ways to ensure a small business will be successful is planning ahead . even if youre fully capable of top notch auto body work , starting a business requires substantial research , analysis , and consideration . in short , have a thorough business plan in place before committing to opening a business of your own . start by writing a detailed company description . for instance , address whether youll have a full - service shop of specialize in one service . will it cater to a specific clientele , such as japanese cars , or provide service to any type of vehicle a well - developed business plan will help at every step of the process . in particular , youll benefit from more favorable lease agreements , credit lines , conversations with potential vendors , funding opportunities , and even operational practices . dont think of a business plan as a tool to help you run a business . instead , develop your plan as a way to decide whether you can move forward opening an auto body repair shop in a particular area . the u . s . small business administration sba is the best source of assistance in starting your own business . in particular , the sba provides instructions and formatting guidelines to help you write a business plan . these materials are available for free online . the sba will also be able to notify you of other helpful organizations that might have more specific advice regarding the auto repair industry . the sba can also link you with local organizations , individuals , and resources to help plan , finance , and open a business . further , the sba may be able to link you with a successful business professional that is willing to donate their time to help a small business . if this opportunity is available , ask about working with someone who has experience working with auto shops . particularly if you do not have experience starting small businesses , youre going to need a good amount of guidance . for instance , do you know how to construct a profit and loss statement , balance sheet , and other financial statement if not , youll need to hire , befriend , or otherwise acquire the assistance of an account . youll likely also need a lawyer to determine the best structure of your business . finally , bankers see plenty of business plans – you can likely find one thats willing to look at yours and provide feedback free of charge . while other auto - body repair shops may not want to help the competition , contact other local businesses that work on automobiles in a different capacity . for instance , parts stores or junkyards will likely know a lot about the local automotive community , including potential customers . particularly if the ownership of your business will be shared , or youll be taking out loans to cover start - up costs , make sure to talk to both a lawyer and a financial professional while crafting your business plan . there are often city , county , and state - level small business centers that are tasked with the enforcement of business regulations . auto body shops require various special licenses and permits , and these offices can tell you what you will need and help you get it . the sba can help link you up with local offices that can inform you of the regulations youll need to meet . auto - repair shops must have permits to do business , as well as specific permits to perform particular types of jobs , such as paint - removal and painting . its helpful to know about any pertinent regulations during the planning phase , to incorporate any potential costs or other issues associated with meeting these requirements . aside from knowing where business will come from , you also need to know how much – and how fast – the business can be expected to grow . be able to articulate where , specifically , money will come from , as well as what operational expenses will be . for instance , initial and recurring costs must be recorded , as well as a loan repayment plan , and the level of profits that are expected each month or quarter . forecast these figures for the first three years after opening . decide on the prices your shop will charge for specific services . these can be used alongside your anticipated customer projections to determine revenue estimates . establish a break - even point . this is the point at which the business will be generating revenue , as opposed to spending money as it gets up and running . it may take longer to break even than you initially realize . simply stated , you need to know how much money youll need to open the business and maintain operations until your shop starts generating revenue . if you intend to borrow money by way of a loan , it is especially important to determine a concrete dollar amount to ask for . unfortunately , theres no ballpark number , since differences in location , equipment , and shop size can cause start - up costs for auto body repair shops to fluctuate considerably . this is partly why is so important to develop a solid business plan , as it is the best way to accurately estimate your start - up costs . know that sba - insured loans are one of the best sources of funding for a small business . this is another reason you should follow the sbas guidelines when developing your business plan . equipment expenses are commonly underestimated . while you may be able to save money buying used equipment , there is a greater chance of unforeseen costs associated with maintaining older equipment . a good rule of thumb estimate your initial equipment and inventory expenses and increase the number by thirty percent . while this may seem like a huge amount of money , its far better to wind up spending less than expected than it is to wind up needing to borrow more . for example , if you estimate needing 100 , 000 dollars worth of equipment to open the shop , plan to secure funding for 130 , 000 dollars worth of equipment . make a detailed list of all the equipment youll need and its cost . this should include everything lifts , wheel balancers , hoists , paint guns , paint mask , and the decorations in the reception area . if you intend to lease some equipment , consider a sba - backed loan , which may offer you a low interest loan with no down payment to pay for equipment . in simplest terms , plan to open an auto body shop in the best location you can afford . in particular , you want a location that is easily accessible from major roads . ensure any location youre considering is zoned for commercial use . taking out a slightly larger loan to help finance a business in a location where it is more likely to succeed may even allow for you to negotiate a lower interest rate . you have the option of franchising your business as opposed to opening and running your own business from the ground up . the main benefit of franchising is a considerable reduction in the likelihood that your business fails . this relative advantage is based on multiple factors , including name recognition , large scale marketing , and tried - and - true managerial and operational procedures . to find out about franchising options in your areas , contact the corporate offices for the auto body repair chains that are popular in your state . be sure to contact them all , and be aware that they may be willing to meet or beat another franchises offer . seek the advice of an account andor lawyer regarding any specific legal or financial questions you have . of course , there are costs associated with franchising . the bottom line is that youll make a smaller portion of what your shop pulls in , though this depends on your specific franchising agreement . on the other hand , you may also avoid costs that may be incurred if you open a business on your own and make errors that a franchising agreement may have prevented . assess whether a market exists for the type of business you hope to open . in the most basic sense , a comprehensive business plan helps identify potential issues before they arise . in particular , ensure that theres actually business to getspecific statistics to look out for include the number , age , and types of vehicles in the area youre considering . additionally , find out what insurance companies are commonly used in the area , and how many similar businesses youd be competing with . large businesses that you may want to work with can offer you a wealth of knowledge , and potentially even assist you . often , these companies will make business development consultants available to potential new partners . some may even be willing to help with your business plan , as your success would potentially lead to further business for them . further , they may help you with marketing . they will have access to marketing data , and will be up - to - date on new technologies and marketing practices . you can also likely find quick assistance from business partners regarding layout and design of your marketing materials . establish positive relationships with specific employees at suppliers . this will likely help ensure the supply channels you will rely on once your business is open run smoothly . marketing plans are some of the most important features of a solid business plan . the options are endless consider flyers , print ads in local publications , and online advertising . when writing about the services and products youll provide , describe them as though whomever is reading them knows nothing about auto body repair . in particular , outline how what you offer will be different from what competitors already offer . reach out to the local auto - restoration community . people who frequently work on classic or antique cars will often work with auto body shops . you can even offer people who are active in these communities discounts , knowing that they may valuable sources of recurring business . it may prove to be extremely lucrative to be on insurance companies recommended repair facility lists . often , people will ask their insurance companies who to go to for service , particularly when they anticipate their insurance company paying for some or all of the service . by developing good relationships with those companies directly , youll bring in additional customers . feel free to be direct . ask insurance company representatives how you can get on the recommended repair facilities list . while experience is highly valuable , its also vital that your employees are trustworthy and polite . personable service leads to happier customers , better reviews , and more business . more simply , friendly , happy employees lead to happy customers . hire accordingly . include detailed estimates of anticipated labor costs in your business plan as well . for instance , employer - paid taxes and benefits will likely lead to high labor costs than you would foresee based only on the going hourly rate for auto techs . youll need to register your business with the city , state and federal government . since specific registration requirements will vary , contact your states dmv for information on the requirements in your area . plan to prove that you have ownership or permission to use the facilities where your shop is located , as well as proof of the appropriate zoning . further , youll need proof of an official business name , as well as proof of workers compensation insurance . your shop will be generating hazardous wastes that will affect both air and water quality near your facility . accordingly , you must demonstrate that you are consistently meeting both state and federal regulations . the regulations youll need to meet depend on what services you offer at your shop , as well as its location and proximity to municipal facilities . find your states guide to environmental compliance for auto repair shops on the environmental protection agency website . |
analyze the market . investigate local laws and regulations . decide where to locate your business . with any business , location can be the difference between success and failure . calculate the start - up costs . understand the ongoing fees associated with operating a jiffy lube franchise . evaluate your finances . request more information . sign an agreement to open a jiffy lube franchise . obtain financial assistance . complete the training required to open a franchise location . receive ongoing support . receive marketing support . develop interpersonal skills . this is extremely important when dealing with the public and with your own employees . learn to work within the established system . be invested in the business . | how to open a jiffy lube franchise | this means doing research and then thinking carefully about whether you should open a jiffy lube franchise . there are several related questions that you should consider when analyzing the market . are there many quick - lube locations in your area if so , is the competition so stiff that you would have a hard time making a profit do they provide a level of quality and service that you could beat who is most in need of jiffy lube services in your community the very young the very old men women use the government data available at httpswww . sba . govstarting - businesshow - start - businessbusiness - data - statisticsdemographics to research information about the habits of your local population related to cars and driving . consult the small - business community in your area for more advice . some areas are more business - friendly than others and may offer tax breaks and other incentives for small businesses . if you can locate your business in a community or area that encourages businesses like jiffy lube , do so . check your state or county department of commerce for information on how to better understand local regulations and succeed with your jiffy lube franchise . the small business development center , womens business center , and better business bureau might be able to direct you to helpful resources for understanding local regulations . , if your business is hidden away or difficult to get to , it will hurt your bottom line . a prominent , centralized location where you will be visible and accessible to a large portion of the local population is the ideal spot for a jiffy lube . use your market research and preliminary analyses to identify a viable location . place your jiffy lube in a low - crime area . employees and customers should feel at ease while on the premises . identify low - crime areas , and locate your business in one . your location should be accessible to your suppliers . you will need frequent shipments of oil , oil filters , and related auto parts . be sure that your suppliers are within reach . think about zoning regulations . they determine what kind of building can be placed on a given plot of land . consult your municipalitys town - planning agency about how land is zoned in your area . consider hiring a land attorney to walk you through the process and ensure your franchise is legally zoned . starting a jiffy lube franchise generally costs between 220 , 000 and 400 , 000 , excluding real estate costs . the cost of starting a jiffy lube depends on the economy , costs of construction , permitting costs , and materials costs in your area . your initial investment includes the franchise fee , first months rent and security deposit , equipment , signs and fixtures , initial inventory , opening marketing expenses , insurance , training expenses , and enough funds to cover bills for the first six months . converting an existing quick - lube shop into a jiffy lube will cost less than opening one from scratch , since youll already have the necessary space , permits , tools , staff , and materials to run such a shop . dont forget to anticipate state taxes on income , property , and sales . , jiffy lube levies a 3 fee on the earnings of all franchise operators . known as a royalty fee , this means that if you make 100 , 000 during your first quarter , youll have to pay 3 , 000 to jiffy lube in order to continue using their brand name and services . additionally , there is a 1 . 5 fee levied on all ads . individuals who want to open a jiffy lube franchise should have a net worth of at least 450 , 000 , and liquid assets of about 150 , 000 . if this doesnt describe you , opening a jiffy lube franchise might not be a suitable option . after looking at the costs associated with start - up , you might choose to move forward with your plan to franchise a jiffy lube by securing financial assistance from outside sources such as a bank . if you have specific concerns about opening a jiffy lube franchise , address them directly to jiffy lube . use the online information request form at httpswww . jiffylube . combecome - a - franchisee . enter your name and mailing and e - mail addresses along with your questions , and someone will contact you . the terms of the contract you sign allow you to run your franchise location for a period of 20 years . after that you have the option of renewing or extending your franchise agreement for another10 - year period . jiffy lube will agree not to open any other stores within three miles of your location . if you need financial help getting your franchise going , you have a few options available . jiffy lube itself offers two forms of indirect assistance . one is through franfund , inc . a loan broker . loans through franfund are contracted directly through them . sopus products , the company that owns jiffy lube , also offers financing programs for jiffy lube franchisees . contact sopus products for more about their financing . additionally , many lenders , brokers , and equipment - leasing companies are familiar with the jiffy lube brand and will give you favorable rates when extending loans for your franchise . , jiffy lube requires about three weeks of training before you can open your store . both you , as the franchisee , and your day - to - day decision maker must be in attendance at training sessions . if you are developing the franchise as a corporation , the leading officers must be in attendance as well . the training will cover various aspects of opening and operating the franchise . key concepts that will be developed in training include understanding operations , brand management , and customer satisfaction . you will be trained in jiffy lubes procedures regarding health , safety , security , and environmental protocols . during your time as a franchisee you will need to attend other training sessions intermittently to keep your training up - to - date . if you bring on new partners or managers , they will have to be trained as well . training must be renewed every five years . , as you go into operation as a jiffy lube franchisee , you will encounter challenges along the way . jiffy lube has an extensive network in place to help you grow your business and answer questions you may have . for instance , they have support available to help you make the most of your grand opening . you will always be able to use jiffy lubes website and toll - free line to request assistance or advice about running your business . read the jiffy lube newsletter for updates about the market . jiffy lube also offers advice about day - to - day operations and purchasing . even before you open , youll want to let people know where you are and what you will be able to do for them . jiffy lube offers support for advertising at both regional and national levels . contact jiffy lube to find out more about how you can secure the largest possible share of your local market . you want your customers to be satisfied with your service , and you want your employees to feel that their concerns are taken seriously . an important part of developing strong interpersonal skills is the ability to motivate people . find out what your employees want and need at work , and find ways to make their jobs easier and more enjoyable . when you open a jiffy lube franchise , you cant just run it however you want . you will have to follow specific guidelines laid out by jiffy lube in order to maintain the brands reputation . customers who are familiar with jiffy lube and other quick - lube franchises , too , will be attracted to your business in part because they like the jiffy lube way of doing things . therefore , following established jiffy lube procedures is an important part of operating the franchise . the most successful franchise operators are those who are involved in day - to - day operations . you should know your staff and customers and understand the business generally . while it is important not to micro - manage your franchises affairs , neither should you leave everything to managers without providing a steady vision , guidance , and decision - making when necessary . |
buy advertising that spans several medial modalities , such as print , radio and internet . include clear instructions in every call to action in all of your dealerships advertising . get the name and contact information of every single person who calls or visits . maintain any given campaign for a minimum of 4 to 6 months . review the performance of your dealership advertising every quarter , based on the real responses you keyed from your call to action . | how to get more out of your dealerships advertising | each ad should contain the same call - to - action code or other identifier so that you will learn which ad campaigns generated the most leads . a specific special or discount , such as 15 percent off one item or a free trinket with each purchase , is a good choice for this . the discount will help people to remember and the different discounts will clearly identify which marketing initiative brought a customer in . dont just present your name and what you do . rather , invite people to come in - - maybe even on a specific day - - to specifically buy what you have to offer . use that information to create a tickler list that sends advice , advertising or other news to all list members every 1 to 2 months . contacting people on your tickler list less often wont keep your name in their minds . contacting more often risks annoying them and getting filed as spam in their minds . all marketing initiatives will take a while to develop traction . if you abandon your dealership advertising every 4 to 6 weeks , youll always be stuck in that development phase . if you need to cut back , buy smaller instances of your existing dealership advertising rather than cancelling a specific ad . for example , you can cut a radio spot from 30 seconds to 15 , or reduce a newspaper ad from 14 page to 18 page . make your marketing initiatives going forward based on what has worked in the past . |
perform market research . determine your ideal customer . calculate the size of your market . consider opening a franchise for your business . decide on selling new cars , used cars or both . assess the need for a service department . add up the costs needed to start your car dealership . decide on how you will finance the cost of your dealership . consider the regulatory requirement to start and operate your dealership . | how to open a car dealership | the first step in any business venture is to determine if there is a demand for your product or service . once you determine the demand , you need to consider how your company might attract some of that customer demand . determine the number of cars sold in your area . assume , for example , that the typical car buyer is willing to visit a dealership within 10 miles 16 . 1 km of their home . try to determine the number of cars sold within a 10 - mile radius of your proposed car dealership . assume that 50 , 000 cars are sold in that area each year . once you know the total number of cars , research those purchases by category . for example , how many cars are purchased , compared to trucks what percentage of the cars sold are new , and how many are used you may even be able to determine the number of cars by model honda , ford , etc . assess the existing car dealers in the market . say , for example , that 3 , 000 new hondas are sold in your area each year . youre considering a honda dealership . how many existing honda dealers are in your area of the hondas sold , how many were purchased by consumers who went online and bought a new car from a dealership located out of town this analysis will help you determine if there is a need for a new dealership in your market . every business needs to identify their ideal customer . your ideal customer is a summary of the traits that your best customers have in common . when you identify the ideal customer , you can design your business to meet their needs . look at the age , gender , occupation and income level of the customers you are trying to attract . assume that you want to open a honda dealership . do some research to determine the type of people who buy a honda . you may find that the ideal honda customer is a male between the ages of 27 and 50 years old . that customer is a white collar professional with an above average level of income . the honda customer has owned a honda previously , or has a family member who owns a honda . many car dealers build relationships with customers by selling cars and providing a service department . some customers go back to the car dealer to get service on their vehicle . find out where the ideal honda customer gets their car serviced . do they go to their dealership , or to their local repair shop this information can help you create a service department that will attract customers . the goal of your dealership market research is to determine if there is sufficient demand for your product . ultimately , you need to know the dollar amount of sales for your product , and estimate how much of that customer demand you can attract . assume that that 3 , 000 new hondas are sold in your area each year . youre also considering selling used hondas , which generate 2 , 000 in sales each year . the size of your market is 5 , 000 hondas . based on your research of existing car dealers and customer demand , you believe that your new dealership can attract 20 of the existing honda car market . that 20 figure would mean 5 , 000 new and used car sales multiplied by 20 1 , 000 car sales . assume that the average profit per car considering both new and used is 500 . if your dealership sold 1 , 000 cars , the business would generate 1 , 000 cars x 500 500 , 000 in profit . in addition , you estimate that your service department would create a 300 , 000 profit . the total profit for your dealership would total 800 , 000 . nearly all of the larger car dealerships are franchises . in this arrangement , you are the franchisee who pays a fee to the franchisor . you also sign a franchise agreement to operate your business . to open your honda dealership , you would need to complete a long process to become a franchisee . honda would require you to provide extensive financial disclosures to determine if you have the financial means to open and operate a honda dealership . the franchisor honda grants you the right to use the honda logo and other marketing tools to operate a franchise . you will participate in local advertising and promotion of honda cars . the franchisor will also agree on a process to supply your dealership with honda cars . if you enter into an agreement with a popular car brand , it gives your car dealership credibility in the marketplace . that credibility can help you generate sales . however , the franchise agreement includes many restrictions on how you can advertise and sell their cars . to comply with the franchise agreement , you need to follow the requirements . if you sell both new and used cars , you have the opportunity to serve two type of consumers . selling to both markets , however , will require a larger investment of time and money . if you sell used cars , you will attract customers who want to spend less money on a vehicle . instead of buying the 25 , 000 new car , for example , they may buy a 15 , 000 used car . used cars typically require more service and maintenance . as you sell more used cars , you may be able grow your service business . a growing number of customers shop for cars online . when a customer enters your dealership , they may have checked 4 or 5 dealerships to price a particular car . you may find heavy competition for new car sales , in particular . in order to drive total car sales , you may need a used car sales department . everyone needs to get his or her car serviced eventually . operating a service department is a great way to build a relationship with a car owner . you can develop relationships with customers who bought their vehicle somewhere else . if you do a great job on their car , they may buy their next car from you . the need for service on your car can be stressful . its inconvenient to be without a car while it is being repaired . your great customer service can help reduce that anxiety . after you service someones car , stay in touch with the customer . promote you car sales and service through emails and mailers . your efforts will increase your chances of selling the customer a car in the future . the typical car dealership may require millions of dollars to open and operate . your biggest cost will be your inventory of cars . floorplan refers to the cost of the vehicles you have on your car lot . in addition to the cost of your floorplan , youll need to buy or lease property . youll build or renovate buildings on the property for your showroom and possibly for a repair department . if you operate a franchise , you will pay the car company an initial franchise fee . once youre operating , youll pay annual fees for your franchise agreement . car dealers also have to constantly train employees on new car features , so that they can explain those features to customers . you incur large costs for training . financing your dealership is a huge commitment . youll need to think carefully about how you will find the money to open your dealership . most car dealerships finance their floorplan through a bank . the cars on the lot serve as collateral for the floorplan loan . a dealership may also incur huge costs to design and build their showroom and repair center . in addition to car inventory , you may need to hire dozens of employees . youll need cash to meet payroll each month . if you borrow money , youll need to provide sufficient collateral for your loan . you may need to pledge personal assets as collateral to obtain your loan . the bank will also need to see detailed financial projections . these projections will explain how your business will generate a profit and repay the bank loan . your state , county or city will have requirements to operate your dealership . many of these rules are set up to protect the consumers who are making a large investment in buying a car . your state will require you to obtain a license to sell cars as your primary business . while individuals can sell cars to each other , a car dealer who sell many cars a year will need a license to operate . to build your dealership , you will need to get building permits from your city or county . your state will require you to have several forms of insurance to operate your dealership . one type of required insurance is a surety bond . this bond is put in place to protect the car buyer from any fraud related to a car purchase . |
purchase a business license . save your money . locate and purchase an appropriate property . take the proper precautions to protect your auto salvage property before you stock it . stock up on inventory . develop a tracking system for your inventory . advertise your auto salvage yard . | how to build a salvage yard | you will need the appropriate licensing from your governments business regulatory agency in order to operate a junk yard . starting a salvage yard costs money . you will need to purchase property , obtain the proper licensing , advertise and stock up on inventory . salvage yards tend to cover several acres , and must be in a commercially - zoned area . additionally , there should be an office building , or the necessary space for an office , on the property . fencing . many salvage yards use chain - link fencing with a barbed - wire topper . be sure to include ample gates to allow for easy delivery of your auto inventory . cameras . because all of your business inventory is out in the open , it is a good idea to have cameras attached to motion - detectors in case of an after - hours intruder . there are many ways you can find inventory for your salvage yard . classified ads . use local newspapers and online classifieds websites to advertise that you will pick up junk cars . you may opt to offer money for junk cars , but you may also be able to get junk cars for free in exchange for your pick - up service . auctions . auctions are a great place to find junk cars at below wholesale prices . depending on the type of auction you go to , you may have to get a dealers license . estate sales . keep an eye out in local newspapers for estate sales , where auctioneers andor homeowners try to liquidate all of the contents of a property , including used cars . you will want to log every vehicle you have and where it is at on your property , as well as any parts you sell off your salvage yard vehicles . choose accounting software that enables you to track inventory and sales , as well as produce invoices . be sure to have an over - sized sign on your border fence that can be read from the road . create a website that allows internet users to search your inventory . take out print ads in local newspapers . place ads on internet classifieds websites . |
save your money . obtain a dealers license . brush up on your business acumen . decide how you want to run your business . create a formal business plan . choose a location . get your surety bond . register your business name and get a business license at the division of motor vehicles . build an inventory . | how to become an auto dealer | almost every step toward becoming a car dealer will cost you money . depending on the type of business you want to run and the amount of inventory you plan on holding , your costs can run anywhere from 30 , 000 to 1 , 000 , 000 or more . each state has its own requirements for auto dealer licensure , which most often include completing a course and sitting for a certification exam . as with running any business , being an automobile dealer requires a certain degree of bookkeeping , inventory , accounting , marketing , management and customer service knowledge . you do not need a business degree , but you should find all the information you can about operating a business at the library or online . because being a car dealer means being self - employed , there are many questions you need to ask yourself before moving on to the next step . these are things you need to consider would you like to be a one - man show and operate solely through a company website do you want to sell new or used cars or would you rather own a lot and hire salespeople how many employees do you need , and what type are you going to offer in - house financing or require that your customers obtain their own financing how will you market your business what kind of money do you have to invest , and how much money do you need to make once you know exactly what kind of auto dealer you want to be , you should take the time to put every aspect of your business plan down on paper . this will help you stay on track with budget projections and business - building priorities . this may be as simple as keeping a few cars in your backyard and building a website to serve as your business location , or may involve scouting for commercial lots and office space . whatever your location , you will need to obtain a zoning verification letter in order to move on to the next step . upon verification that your business location is properly zoned for an automobile dealership , you must get a surety bond . the auto dealer bond is given as a guarantee that your dealership will operate in compliance with state regulations . depending on the state the bond amount can vary from 5 , 000 to 100 , 000 but you will have to pay only a percentage of this amount that usually varies between 0 , 75 and 10 . . , as a car dealer , you can attend private wholesale dealer auctions and purchase vehicles at lower than market - rate prices . you can also go into new - car dealerships and buy wholesale with closed - bids . |
decide if you need a license . decide if you want to be a wholesale dealer or a retail dealer . decide if you want to add an auto broker endorsement to your license . | how to become a car dealer in california 1 | if youre just selling your own used car you dont need a license . however , if youre going to be buying and selling cars for the purpose of making a profit , youll need a license from the dmv . selling cars for profit without a license in ca is illegal . this activity is called curbstoning and can involved hefty fines if youre caught . if youre unsure of whether your situation requires a license , contact the dmv . ca has been cracking down on curbstoners in the last few years . the main distinctions are whether you will be selling cars directly to the public and whether you need to have retail space . the same paperwork is required for obtaining a wholesale dealer license or a retail dealer license . a wholesale dealer is able to buy cars directly from other dealer and sell them to other dealers . a wholesale dealer may also export cars to other countries . however , a wholesale dealer may not sell directly to the public . a wholesale dealer needs to have an office but doesnt need to have a sign or a space for displaying vehicles . a retail dealer can buy cars directly from dealers and sell them to other dealers and to the public . a retail dealer may also export cars to other countries . a retail detail needs an office , a sign , and a space for displaying vehicles . , an auto - broker endorsement allows you act as a middleman between buyers and sellers . you can add an auto - broker endorsement to either a wholesale dealer license or a retail dealer license . as a wholesaler dealer , having an auto broker endorsement is the only way to sell directly to the public . no additional paperwork is required to get an auto - broker endorsement . you just have a check a box on your licensing application . |
read the dmvs application checklist . make sure you have a valid california drivers license . lease or purchase a business location . come up with a name for your business . obtain a resale permit . get a business license . obtain a surety bond . complete the dealer education program . pass the used dealer test . fill out the required forms and applications . attach the necessary documents . check over your application for completeness . submit your application and fee . buy vehicles to sell . create an online presence for your business . make deals with buyers . consider modifying your license . | how to become a wholesale car dealer in california | the dmv provides a handy , editable checklist pdf that you can work through to complete your whole dealer application . it lays out each document you will need to complete and submit before being eligible to receive your dealer license . look over this checklist here httpswww . dmv . ca . govportalwcmconnect10eb3c7e - 5655 - 4265 - aabb - 071d50113919ol248b . pdfmodajperes . this will give you a general idea of what you will need . if it any point you dont understand part of the application , follow the checklists included links or see the dmvs application guide ol 248 at httpswww . dmv . ca . govportalwcmconnect0f4f4b95 - 88b3 - 4753 - bca5 - e8327ae5c167ol248 . pdfmodajperesconverttourlcacheid0f4f4b95 - 88b3 - 4753 - bca5 - e8327ae5c167 . the checklist does not specify that you must have a california drivers license , but you need to have an in - state drivers license to be a legally - licensed dealer . you may see online opportunities to get licensed as a dealer out of state , but these are usually scams . in any case , make sure your california drivers license is up - to - date . in order to become a wholesale dealer , you will need a location for conducting business . however , you do not need a car lot or storefront . you need somewhere to store your vehicles and a business location , but it doesnt matter if they are the same place . you cannot use your home as your business location . once you have a business location , make sure you have the following ready for later a lease contract , rental agreement , or deed to your business location . a photograph of your business location as defined in the dealer application guide ol 248 . your place of business will be inspected during the application process . make sure it meets all additional requirements , as outlined on under place of business inspection on this page httpswww . dmv . ca . govportaldmvdetailvehindustryoldealer . when licensing and creating your business , come you must up with a name to use . think of something that explains what you do , like johnson wholesale auto traders or something similar . this will make it clear to prospective customers that you are what they are looking for . your business name will be filed using a fictitious name statement , which you will need to file with your state prior to applying for your dealer license . apply with your local board of equalization office to get an equalization resale permit , which allows you to collect taxes . the application is free , but you may have to pay a deposit , depending on you businesss individual situation . you must maintain this permit to obtain and keep your wholesale dealer license . you will need a city andor a county business license to establish your wholesale dealer business . check with your local city or country chamber of commerce to apply for a business license . either a copy of this license or a letter specifying that your county does not issue business licenses is required to obtain your wholesale dealer license . a surety bond is a guarantee that the dealer will adhere to state and local regulations and laws when dealing with sellers and customers . the bond pays out damages to harmed parties in the event that the dealer commits fraud . for a wholesale dealer , the value of this bond is required to be 10 , 000 . however , you will only pay a percentage of this value that will be based on your credit history . visit a surety bond agency to get a quote for your bond . dealers with good credit over 680 , will pay about 100 . dealers with medium credit 600 - 680 can expect to pay between 100 and 500 . dealers with bad credit under 600 will pay over 300 . in order to move forward with the application , you will need to register for and complete the dealer education program and obtain a certificate of completion . this program is available at a number of locations around the state . find one near you by visiting httpswww . dmv . ca . govportaldmvdetailvehindustryoldlreduprovider . once you have completed the education program , you can visit your local dmv to take the used dealer test . this test will assess what you have learned in the dealer education program . you will be required to pay a 16 fee each time you take the test . you will have to pass the test to complete your dealer application . there are a number of forms required on the wholesale dealer application checklist . go back to the checklist and either click on the provided links or search for the forms by number on the ca dmvs website . make sure to fill out each application completely and accurately to the best of your knowledge . attach all documents requested by the checklist to your completed application forms . in some cases , these are requested to be in a specific order by the checklist , so make sure to check the order of your documents in these cases . documents required will generally be proof of your business operations and location . this is a complicated application , with many required forms , so give your complete application a solid re - read to make sure all parts are present and complete . if your application is incorrect , you will have to pay the application fee again to re - apply . when you have your complete application , bring it to the closest dmv occupational licensing inspections office . the locations of these offices are available on the ca dmvs website . hand in your documents are pay your application fees . you will be notified if your application has been accepted or rejected . there is a non - refundable application fee of 176 . wholesale dealers are able to buy vehicles from a number of sources . visit wholesale auctions in california or surrounding states to buy larger quantities of cars . communicate with new and used car dealerships to make bids for unwanted vehicles on their lot . you can also buy vehicles from other wholesale dealers . search for good deals and jump on them when you see one . these days , all business must operate online as well as they do in person . this means creating a reputable - looking and functional website that displays your inventory and makes it easy to contact you . this website should act as an extension of your physical location . in addition , you can search for cars to buy on other wholesaler or auction websites . the most important part of being a wholesale dealer is building and maintaining relationships with dealers that buy from you . you want to become known as a fair negotiator who consistently provides accurate representations of vehicle quality . even if you dont make a lot of money on some sales , thats better than losing your reputation and not being able to make sales at all . some wholesalers also factor the transportation cost into the price of their cars , which simplifies the buying process for your customers . many wholesale dealer eventually turn to retail car sales because there can be more money in it . retail dealers also have wholesale privileges , so if you modify you license to retail , you can simply expand your business rather than change it . your dealer license can be modified for a fee of 70 . |
draw up a business plan for your gas station . research what types of insurance and permits you will need to operate a gas station . think about whether or not you will be part of a franchise agreement . make a budget for your new business . research different companies and obtain a gas supplier contract . think about open land available in your region . consider the local competition . think about the accessibility of a potential gas station to local roads and interstates . research current and future construction projects in the area . consider local and state regulations about the building and location of gas stations . get together documentation to obtain a gas station loan or appropriate loan available where you live . understand that obtaining a gas station business loan is very difficult . consider a small business loan backed by the small business administration . shop at banks to get a good rate on a fuel loan . establish regular hours of operation . interview and hire reliable employees . take inventory on a regular basis . consider the safety of your employees . | how to open a gas station | discuss it with an accountant to get a realistic professional opinion about your estimated expenses and income . a business plan involves several key pieces of information and is more than just a simple outline . you will need to include as much detail as possible . a fully fleshed out business plan will be more attractive to lenders and investors . you will need to include a description of the services , products , and amenities air stations , car wash , vacuum stations etc . for example , you will want to detail how many gas pumps you will have , if you will have a carwash , an air pump or vacuum station , how many restrooms , what type of snacksfood your convenience store will carry . an analysis of the local market and competition will need to be included . you will need to explain where other similar businesses are located and why your business will do well in competition . provide a detailed plan of the organization and management of the business . for this section you will need to detail who will be running the finances of the company , who will be managing the store and inventory , and who will handle any legal concerns . include an advertising and marketing strategy . suggest ways in which you will advertise in local papers , and get business going . make a detailed budget and estimation of start up costs . for this section you will need to include costs on how much the property will cost , how much you will need to run the day to day operations , costs of gas contracts and franchise fees etc . write a mission statement and goals for your gas station business . this can vary by country , state and county . you may need a permit if you wish to sell alcohol and cigarettes . most gas station owners are liable for any gas and spills from underground storage tanks under epa or other equivalent regulations . most gas station owners have insurance for these purposes . you may be required to have liability for customer injury . many insurance policies are available to business to cover these instances . you will need to make sure you are not personally financially liable for damages . you may need to consult an attorney to draw up legal contracts . if you want to open up a sunoco or bp station , for example , you would be part of a franchise . a franchise agreement allows a franchisee you as a business owner to use the trademark , products , and business models of a larger company . for example , if you entered into a franchise agreement with sunoco , you would essentially own a sunoco station . franchisees have to pay royalties to the parent company . this is usually a percentage of sales or a monthly fee . most gas stations are part of a franchise agreement . before you decide to franchise or sign a specific franchise agreement , you will need to do your research . talk to other business owners who have a franchise agreement with the chain you want to open . know what you are getting into . look at a franchise contract to know what your rights and responsibilities are . watch out for specifics in your contract . most franchise agreements benefit the company more than the business owner . talk to an attorney or other suitable legal professional to make sure of the legalities of any franchise agreement . you will need to include funds for start - up as well as operation . your budget plan should definitely include real estate costs purchasing the land and building costs , or the cost of purchasing an existing gas station . an estimation of legal costs , such as attorneys fees for drawing up business contracts and consultations , will need to be included in your budget . insurance and permits will be costly and you should include this in your budget estimate . you will need funds for set - up of your gas station . include an estimation of costs for promotions , advertising , and signage . make sure you have an estimate of costs of start - up inventory and cash you will need to have on - hand . build the costs of gasoline supply and convenience store inventory into your budget . you will need to do research into gas suppliers and store warehouses to see where you can get a cost - efficient contract . finally , include an estimation of salaries and employee costs , as well as day to day expenses such as gasoline and utilities . you will need to do research in the industry for standard employee salaries as well as costs of gasoline . you will need someone to supply the gas for your station . different suppliers may offer you different contracts . basically , a supplier contract stipulates that the supplier will earn a cut of your gas sales . typical profit on gas sales for many gas station owners is 8 - 13 cents per gallon . this varies around the globe . dont immediately sign a fuel contract with a local supplier unless you are required to contract with a specific company by your franchise agreement . it is best to shop around for companies which will offer you the most profit on your gas . you should have an attorney look over your contract with your fuel supplier to make sure all the agreements are mutually beneficial and will not involve you in a legal loophole . can you think of an area in need of a gas stationmarket analysis has shown that one of the top things a consumer thinks about in choosing a gas station is location . customers will want a location that is along a major route to work and convenient in terms of traffic patterns . think about the set up of your station as well . customers will want to go to a station that is easy to enter and exit from nearby roadways . you will want to avoid an area that is already saturated with gas stations . look into areas where there is a lot of growth , such as around major cities . as new neighborhoods and business districts crop up , there will be a demand for new gas stations . research the locations of big - box retailers such as sams club which offer steep gas discounts . you will want to place your gas station a distance away from these places to avoid the competition . consider hiring a modeler to work with you . many companies exist for site modeling . these professionals will help you build a digital model of your gas station at the site you are planning . this can help you decide whether or not your design is feasible at the location and if there is too much competition nearby . your presence along a key interstate or street will draw in customers . if your site is close to an interstate or major highway exit , consider investing in advertising signage along that route to increase your business . take into consideration the flow of traffic during different times of the day . you will want your gas station to be on the same side of the road as heavy traffic during peak times . you will want to avoid opening a new business along a route affected by long - term construction . customers will try to avoid highways and roads with heavy construction . if there is a plan for long - term construction at or near your location , consider purchasing a different lot . even short - term construction projects can impede your business . remember , your goal is to get lots of customer traffic near your gas station . there may be local restrictions or fees associated with opening this type of business . check the history of the site you are considering . if you are purchasing an existing gas station , be aware of any spills or leaks that occurred in the past . you could be held liable by local or state laws for any future complications . if you are purchasing an existing station , check if you are held to the gas supplier contract for that site . some places have laws that will bind you to an existing agreement . you will need to collect the following types of documents in some countriesa copy of your detailed business plan . three years of tax returns both personal and business supplier agreements for gas and convenience store items business interim financial statements inventory schedule arap schedules franchise agreements budget for operating and start - up costs the market is becoming very competitive and costs are going up . this is why having a fully researched business plan is essential . your location will have to be ideal for being a successful gas station . your budget will need to be a realistic and detailed explanation of funds needed . you may have to visit several banks and financial companies before your plan is accepted . understand that you may have to modify your business plan according to investor suggestions . these are often the easiest to obtain . gas stations come with a lot of environmental and other real - estate valuation concerns . often times , sba loans can cover costs of environmental issues or re - appraisals . other banks can provide similar loans , but lenders suggest it is often easier to obtain financing for purchasing an existing gas station rather than building a new one . if you cannot get enough start up funds from a loan from the better business bureau , you can try for a more traditional business loan . make an appointment with a loan officer from a bank . show himher your business plan for your gas station . fill out any forms and bring any documentation with you such as tax returns , identification , legal contracts etc . apply at several banks . your credit history , tax information , and viability of your business plan will all be factors in getting your loan . different banks may offer you different interest rates on your loan with more or less flexibility for repayment . carefully weigh the pros and cons of each offer you get and decide accordingly . decide on these before you officially open . you may have to research when the busiest traffic times are . if none of the other gas stations nearby are open late , consider having late night hours . consider becoming a 24 hour gas station if there is a market for business after midnight . always open promptly at the set time . customers will not want to wait for opening . make sure they understand all aspects of their job . you will want employees who will show up on time for their shifts . schedule your employee shifts to allow for ample coverage during the entire business day . have a store manager on duty for all shifts . you should inventory all cigarettes , lottery tickets , and money orders at the end of every business day . put in inventory orders in a timely manner . if you are constantly out of supplies in your convenience store , customers will complain or be less likely to shop at your business . consider how long it takes your vendors to make deliveries . plan ahead and order popular items well in advance . run inventory and cash reports at the end of every business day . keep a ledger with this information so you can keep an eye on losses . deposit cash to the bank every day . while most gas stations operate without many incidents , accidents and robberies do occur . keep only small amounts of cash in your registers . install a drop safe for employees to deposit cash from their registers . clear your drop safes at the end of every business day and deposit cash to the bank . install shatter proof glass windows . consider a 24 hour security system with cameras . |
contact the occupational licensing inspector in your area . fill out the personal history questionnaire . gather copies of any arrest records and court documents . submit the paperwork to the occupational licensing inspector . wait for the dmvs decision . | how to become a car dealer in california 2 | the inspector can help you decide if you need to complete an abbreviated background check . everyone has to complete a full background check in order to become a car dealer in ca . however , ca offers an cheaper abbreviated background check for people who arent sure theyll pass the full background check . if you have any criminal convictions , bankruptcies , or civil judgments against you , you should complete an abbreviated background check before investing too much money in your business . a list of occupational licensing inspectors can be found at httpswww . dmv . ca . govportaldmv1dmyurilewcmpathdmvcontentendmvfoinspectoroffice . this form asks about your education and work history . it also asks if your criminal history and whether you have any civil judgments against you . be completely honest in your answers . ca will do an independent review of your background . if you leave out any information you may be barred from receiving a license . the questionnaire can be found here httpswww . dmv . ca . govportalwcmconnect5c729e6a - b5c2 - 46c9 - 96af - 39089e18c9c3ol29b . pdfmodajperes . youll need to submit these along with the personal history questionnaire . if you dont have copies on hand , you can obtain them from the jurisdiction where you were arrested or went to court . youll need to include a check for 176 to cover the cost of the abbreviated background check . , this will take several weeks depending on your background . there is no hard and fast rule as to what can disqualify you for a license . in general , the dmv is looking for any evidence of moral turpitude . |
create a fictitious business name . apply for a business license . get a surety bond . | how to become a car dealer in california 3 | unless youll be doing business under your own name , you need to create and register a name for your business . go to your local county recorders office to file the paperwork . the fee is 100 . go to your local town hall and ask to speak with the tax and license division . using your own name or the fictitious business name you created , register your business with the city . there many options for registering your business . you can register an llc , a corporation , a partnership , or any number of other business entities . its best to talk to a lawyer before deciding what kind of entity you want your business to be . the cost of your business license will vary by city , what kind of entity you set up , and your annual revenue . find a bonding company in california and purchase the required 50 , 000 surety bond . a surety bond ensures that you will meet your obligations as a car dealer . the cost of surety bonds depends on your credit , but you can expect to pay around 1 , 000 to 1 , 5000 per year . |
decide if you want to work out of your home or another space . set up an office . obtain a copy of your lease . | how to become a car dealer in california 4 | a wholesale dealership can be run entirely from your home . however , if you dont have space for an office in your home youll need to lease or purchase a space . remember , its ok for it to be a home office . you dont need a sign or space for a car to be a wholesale dealer . youll need a copy of your lease if you rent your office . if you own your office , a copy of your mortgage is required . |
set up an office . get a sign that is at least two square feet . have a space that is big enough for at least two cars . obtain a copy of your lease . | how to become a car dealer in california 5 | its ok for it to be a home office . however , since you also need a retail space to be a retail dealer , it makes more sense for the office and retail space to be in the same location . since youll be selling to the public , the dmv requires you to have a sign that advertises yourself as a car dealer . since youre going to be selling cars directly to the public , you need a space to keep the cars . the dmv requires you to have enough space for at least two cars , but of course you can have much more space than that . youll need a copy of your lease if you rent your space . if you own your space , a copy of your mortgage is required . |
obtain either a wholesale dealer license or a retail dealer license . set up an office . get a sign that is at least two square feet . | how to become a car dealer in california 6 | an auto broker endorsement is an add - on to your license , so you need a license before you can become a broker . if youre adding the broker endorsement to your wholesale dealer license you can use a home office . if youre adding the broker endorsement to your retail dealer license , youll need a retail space that can fit at least two cars . |
complete the ca licensing class . pass the licensing test . complete the application for original occupational license . you can obtain a paper copy of the application at the dmv or go online to httpswww . dmv . ca . govportalwcmconnect2f99916d - 285a - 441d - b481 - e01f7cb88fa5ol248u . pdfmodajperes . the application will ask whether you are applying for a wholesale dealer license or a retail dealer license , and whether you want to add an auto - broker endorsement to your license . have all of the paperwork for your business , your surety bond , and your financial information with you when you fill out the application . gather copies of your paperwork to mail to the dmv . mail in your completed application along with copies of your paperwork . | how to become a car dealer in california 7 | this class is required to become a car dealer in ca . the class is six hours long and will teach you about ca laws that regulate car dealers . various private organizations offer the class . check the ca dmv website for listings . the cost is around 125 depending which organization you choose . once youve completed the class youll take a test that tests your knowledge of ca car dealer law . the test costs 16 . youll need copies of the following documents 1 surety bond 2 drivers license 3 lease or mortgage for your office and retail space 4 dealer education certificate of completion 5 business license 6 fictitious name statement 7 photographs of your retail location . keep copies of everything as you go to make the final application process go more smoothly . its best to do this via certified mail to ensure that the dmv receives everything . it will take several weeks to get a decision . once your application is approved you can begin selling cars . |
choose either a hydraulic floor jack or a hydraulic bottle jack . | how to add oil to a hydraulic jack 1 | a floor jack has a piston that operates in a horizontal motion . a bottle jack features a piston that moves vertically . |
prepare the jack . locate the oil filler port . add the oil . close the oil filler port . | how to add oil to a hydraulic jack 2 | ensure that the jack is completely lowered . turn the jacks release valve counterclockwise to lower the jack if necessary . the hydraulic jacks oil filler port is located on the jacks reservoir . the reservoir is the vertical cylinder mounted on the flat base of the jack . the oil filler port is located towards the bottom of the reservoir , near the flat base of the jack . remove the plug or screw from the oil filler port . insert the nozzle of the oilcan into the oil filler port . pour oil into the oil filler port . stop pouring the oil as soon as it begins to leak out of the oil filler port . replace the plug or screw in the oil filler port . |
prepare the jack . locate the filler hole . add the oil . close the filler hole . | how to add oil to a hydraulic jack 3 | ensure that the jack is completely lowered . turn the jacks release valve counterclockwise to lower the jack if necessary . find the hydraulic jacks reservoir . the reservoir is the largest external cylinder on the jack . there should be a plug or screw approximately 13 of the way down from the top of the reservoir . remove the plug or screw from the filler hole . place the nozzle of the oilcan into the filler hole . pour oil into the filler hole . stop pouring the oil once it has risen to a level 18 inch . 3 cm beneath the filler hole . replace the plug or screw in the filler hole . |
disconnect the positive battery cable . locate the alternator on your particular vehicle . use a serpentine belt tool to loosen the belt and move it off the pulley of the alternator . put back the bolts that hold the alternator in place . employ a socket and ratchet to loosen and remove the bolts . pull out the alternator , then unplug and remove the nut for any electrical connections . remove the alternator from the engine and take it to the parts house in order to get a new or rebuilt one . inspect the new alternator , while still at the parts house , comparing it to the old one . reverse the process to install the new alternator . connect the electrical plugs and wires onto the new alternator . slide the alternator into place and begin threading the old bolts in the right position . put the alternator pulley back into place , bolting it down . use the serpentine belt tool to get the slack you need and slip the belt back over the alternator pulley . reconnect the positive battery cable . start up your car and make sure the alternator is charging . | how to change an alternator | it should be red . , it will be a minimum of 2 , and no more than 4 , bolts depending on your make and model . , make sure the voltage regulator and pulley match up to the old one . if it does not , get the parts house to put the old pulley assembly on the new one . , be sure to check the alignment with the belt tensioner pulley . now release the tool by putting tension on the belt . , |
go to the faa safety website . login where it says welcome guest in the box near the top right . create an account . check for an email from faasafety . gov . return to the faa safety website . enter and confirm a new password , then click change password . click click here to access pilots - account preferences . complete as many of the account preferences as you wish . start by enrolling in a course . monitor your progress . | how to start free online pilot training with faa safety . gov | account creation is required to enroll in the free classes and later schedule flight instruction . click on create an account under new to faasafety . gov . on the first screen , you will need to enter a current email address and confirm that you entered the address correctly , then click the appropriate radio button next to do you hold a current airman certificate , then click continue . on the second screen , you will enter name and display name the name that will show when you are logged in to the faaa safety site zip code – click the radio button if you do not have one or are using an apo or fpo zip code . additionally , you will select and answer three security questions and click continue . a third screen will appear , confirming that this part of the process is complete . you will be emailed a temporary password . use the temporary password the next time you login . at that time , you will need to select a different password and set your preferences for the faasafety site . logon with your email address and the temporary password , then click go . a screen will pop up requesting that you change and confirm the password for this site . once successful , a password changed confirmation screen will pop up . remember to use good password protocol whenever you chose any password . the screen will contain the following tabs general email password wings profile certificates ratings airman registry seminar preferences other close my account you can always return later to refine your choices . for each tab , remember to click save at the bottom of the screen . you will then have the option to go to the faasafety home page or to select another preferences tab . once you are satisfied with the preferences you have selected , you are ready to start a class . click here at the bottom of the page and you will go back to the faa safety home page . select your choice from the list of available courses accessed from the view catalog link at the bottom right of the featured courses block left , top block . for the most value , pick the wings credit courses , from the wings courses courses for pilots show wings courses catalog . as you finish courses , go to the faasafety home page and click my wings under the pilots tab center . you will be able to see your progress if it has been recorded . if your course did not say wings credit on it , you will not see it added there . |
go to aopas website and click on login then scroll down to create an account . hover over training and safety . look through the pilot training courses . start with one of the recommended beginning classes . verify that your progress is being recorded as you finish courses . | how to start free pilot training online with aopa . org | all pilot courses are free however , you still need to open an account to take any of the online courses . then scroll down to select on line learning then online courses . you can take any listed course at no cost to you . these provide good general knowledge and are useful even if you are not considering becoming a pilot . runway safety weather wise just click on air safety institute , then asi transcript . if you want to take a quick test , click on line courses and select quizzes . |
obtain a third - class medical certificate from an aviation medical examiner - - a physician certified to give flight physicals . be prepared for the cost of training . choose a flight school . choose a flight instructor . schedule your flight time . enroll in ground - school training . take the flight training . take the written faa test . take your check ride . | how to obtain an faa private pilots license | you can find a list of qualified doctors online at faa . gov . this typically runs between 7000 and 9000 . paying in advance for a rental plane usually gets you a significant discount at most schools or fixed - base operations . you can find a complete list on beapilot . com or ask at your local airport different instructors have different personalities . talk to them first and determine who fits you best . this is very important , because you are paying them a lot of money , and you dont want to learn from someone you dont like . generally a block of two hours is the standard . two to three times per week is recommended for best results . this time period will include a short discussion by the instructor concerning pre - flighting the airplane , the actual flight of about an hour , and a debrief period . this is a series of classroom training sessions covering flight rules . these typically run for 12 weeks in sessions of one - to - three hours per week . you can get ground - school training from your instructor or online or home study books and videos . this is generally broken into three phases . in the first phase you learn the basics of handling an airplane . you practice takeoffs , maneuvering , and landings . this phase is preparation for your first solo . the second phase involves a combination of solo flights , an introduction to night flying , instrument flying , and more maneuvers . you are also introduced to navigation and communicating on the radio with air traffic controllers and tower operators . the third phase involves solo cross - country flights and preparation for the check ride . the flight training curriculum involves 26 topics . the flight instructor will not move on to additional lessons until the student has demonstrated mastery of the previous lesson . dont worry about learning everything right away . the minimum training time is 40 hours . most student pilots take 55 to 60 hours to complete the course . at the completion of the course , the flight instructor will authorize you to take your check ride . this is given at most general - aviation airports . it consists of 60 multiple - choice questions . there are practice tests online for the private pilots license . use them . you will need to schedule this with your districts designated examiner . your flight instructor can help you secure this appointment . the examiner will ask you a series of questions to test your knowledge and inspect your paperwork . he will then fly with you on a check ride . if you pass that step , the examiner will issue you a temporary pilot license until your permanent one comes in the mail . |
obtain your high school diploma or ged . before getting formal training and certification in auto body repair , youll need to obtain your high school diploma or ged . get certified . specialized education from a trade school is usually a requirement for becoming an auto body repair technician . get on - the - job training . usually , youll enter the job with some level of familiarity with auto maintenance and repair . | how to become an auto body repair technician 1 | this is often the only requirement to enter a vocational school program , though some programs might require your act or sat scores as well . if possible , join a technical program at your school to get training as an auto tech while in high school . if there is an auto body repair program at a nearby high school or even a nearby community college , talk to your schools principal or counselor about attending the program there for school credit . if youre trying to get your ged , look for free preparation courses at your local library or community education center . if youre studying for any test - - ged , sat , or act - - check out the study guides from your local library . use them to prepare for your test . at the very least , it will make you a preferred candidate when applying for jobs , enable you to become better at your job , and qualify you for a higher wage . trade and technical schools often have programs offering certification for auto body repair or collision repair . locate a school near you that offers auto body repair certification and enroll in the appropriate courses to earn your certification . check httpwww . trade - schools . nettradesauto - body . asp to search a database of trade schools that offer auto body technician certification . you will then be trained in all the skills and abilities that youll need to become an auto body repair technician , including repairing hybrid vehicles welding damaged vehicles aligning auto chassis estimating the cost of repairs replacing structural components |
become an apprentice . either before or during your formal training , you should apply to become an apprentice . get a job . as an auto body repair technician , you will probably gain employment at an auto body repair shop or an auto dealership . choose a specialization . as an auto body repair tech , you will be able to do several things well , but there should be at least one thing that you do with a high degree of precision . identify your favorite aspect of the job and develop the skills necessary to make you the go - to person for that specialization . continue learning . as new technologies and automotive repair techniques become available , the old technologies and parts will fall out of use . | how to become an auto body repair technician 2 | this will give you valuable hands - on experience as you assist the senior auto body repair techs in the shop . your apprenticeship will look great on a resume when you apply for jobs later . the specific process for becoming an apprentice depends on the business you apprentice for . start by contacting local auto body repair shops to find out if they hire part - time employees or apprentices . explain your interest in becoming an auto body repair tech and offer your services as an apprentice . you might be able to get college credit for time spent as an apprentice . talk to your training program advisor for more information . you might also look for work at a custom automotive shop . additionally , you can work at companies that maintain large fleets of automobiles . check online at indeed and linkedin for work opportunities in your area . check your local newspaper for advertisements for auto body repair technicians . ask your instructors during your vocational school training for advice about getting a job . they often have connections in the industry they can call on to help you . for instance , you might specialize in restoring vintage cars removing dents touching up paint scratches designing unique paint jobs stay up - to - date on the latest advances in auto repair by reading technical manuals , taking continuing education classes at vocational schools , and conferring with your colleagues when you have a challenge you need help with . parts , materials , electronics , and air bags are constantly changing and becoming more complex . stay informed to ensure youre providing safe , high - quality auto body repair work . ongoing training is also offered through the inter - industry conference on auto collision repair i - car . check their website at httpswww . i - car . comhomecollision - repair or more information . |
register with the national institute for automotive service excellence ase . the ase is a nonprofit organization that offers standardized certification programs in a variety of auto repair specialties . decide which tests you want to take . think about the areas you wish to learn more about or specialize in . register for the test . log in to your myase account and select the test you wish to take . study for the tests . the ase has a variety of study and test prep materials available online . maintain your certification . | how to become an auto body repair technician 3 | while ase certification might not be necessary to work in every employment center , it will give you a solid background in auto body repair and look great on your resume . create a login at www . ase . comtestsase - certification - testsregister - now . aspx . in the gold box , click create myase account . fill in the necessary information and activate your account . there are several tests you could take to bolster your skill as an auto body repair technician , and you dont need to choose just one . as an auto body repair tech , the most useful certifications you could earn would be series b2 through b5 . obtaining these certifications will qualify you as a master collision repair technician . an additional test , b6 , is optional . the individual tests include test b2 painting refinishing , which consists of 55 scored questions . test b3 non - structural analysis damage repair also consists of 55 scored questions test b4 structural analysis damage repair , which consists of 50 scored questions test b5 mechanical electrical components also consists of 50 scored questions test b6 damage analysis estimating also consists of 50 scored questions every test includes 10 additional research questions which are not counted as part of your final score . choose the date and location where you wish to take the test and pay the associated fees . there is a registration fee of 36 and a test fee of 37 . if you wish to take multiple tests for instance , you might want to take tests b2 through b5 , you do not need to pay the registration fee again , though you will have to pay the individual test fee again . if you dont want to register through the ase site , you can call prometric the company that administers the certification program directly at 1 - 877 - 346 - 9327 . visit httpwww . ase . comtestsase - certification - teststest - centersfind - a - test - center . aspx to find a test center near you . their self - study web portal httpwww . ase . comtest - prep - training . aspx offers practice tests , test - taking tips , and study guides . the study guide for tests b2 through b5 is available at httpwww . ase . commedialibraryimagespdf20foldercollisionguide . pdf . the study guide for test b6 is available at httpwww . ase . commedialibraryimagespdf20foldercollisionguide . pdf . once youve been granted your certification , youll need to retake the ase certification exams every five years . register for your recertification tests by logging in to your ase account . select the appropriate test and pay the associated fees . choose a test center and location . the recertification tests are usually half as long as the original tests . for instance , test b2 consists of 55 scored questions , but the recertification test for b2 is only 28 scored questions . |
possess an interest in machines . if you love to tinker with cars and machines , youll enjoy working as an auto body tech . try to repair or rebuild a junked car . be able to multitask . as an auto body repair technician , youll have a variety of duties that will change frequently . enjoy working indoors . auto repair technicians spend most of their time in a garage or another large indoor location . have high physical stamina . auto body repair techs often have to assume uncomfortable positions - - leaning over , sliding under , or kneeling beside cars . possess strong visualization skills . if you can read a two - dimensional diagram or repair manual and envision the part or section of the automobile in three dimensions , youll do well as an auto body repair tech . | how to become an auto body repair technician 4 | the bulk of the job consists of adjusting and repairing things . you should have a mechanical aptitude if you wish to pursue this line of work . since fixing cars is what youll be spending most of your time doing as an auto body repair tech , you should get some hands - on practice before making a career of it . if you have dents or damage to your car , try to fix it using repair manuals and guides . you could also approach a family member or friend and explain that youd like to get some experience in auto repair to help you prepare for your future career . you should be able to work on a number of collision repair duties at the same time or on the same day . for instance , you might start by installing a new door on a damaged car , then replace a dented fender on another car , then sand and buff repaired surfaces . the location you work will be quite noisy due to the constant buzz of machinery . if you prefer working outdoors or in a more contemplative environment , you might want to look elsewhere for work . besides the irritating noise , you should also be prepared to deal with dust and fumes caused by painting or sanding . be sure to follow all relevant health and safety protocols when painting or sanding , since the debris can cause respiratory issues . you will also have to manipulate heavy auto parts and equipment . if you do not wish to engage in strenuous activity , becoming an auto body repair tech might not be right for you . for instance , in order for a technician to restore a unibody vehicle to its original form , you must be able to follow instructions and diagrams , either in print form or digitally , and make precise measurements to ensure accurate placement of vehicle body sections relative to one another . technicians must be detail oriented . strong skills in geometry and art might help . |
buy a ticket . have a photo id . pack efficiently . plan how you are getting to the airport . know where to go . arrive at the airport 2–3 hours ahead of your flight time . check in . go through security . go to your gate . board your flight . find your seat . take your seat . listen to the safety demonstration . enjoy the flight . get ready to land . stay in your seat after landing . get off the plane . get your baggage . | how to prepare yourself for your first flight | for most people , the easiest and most cost - effective way to buy a ticket is through an online travel site . if you prefer to talk to a person , you can call the airline directly , or use a travel agent . once the ticket is purchased , you will receive an email confirmation with the option to either print your ticket at home or link it to your phone . you can also print your ticket at the airport . if using an online site , remember that not all airlines are represented . to find the prices and schedules for these airlines , such as southwest airlines , you will have to go to their individual websites . you will need to show a current photo id card when you check in and again when you move through security . check the airline website for a list of acceptable forms of id . if you are flying internationally , you will need a passport , which is always accepted as proof of identification . if traveling internationally , be sure to find out if additional travel documents are needed . some countries require visas that take several weeks to process . most airlines charge a fee for every bag you need to check , usually starting at about 25 for the first bag and going up to more than 100 for additional bags . they will also charge additional fees for a bag weighing too much , usually more than 50 lbs . to avoid these fees , pack as lightly as possible . if you can fit everything into one carry - on bag and one personal item , such as a purse or small backpack , you can usually avoid luggage fees altogether . check the airline website for restrictions on what can be brought onboard in carry - on luggage . the primary restriction is that all liquids , gels , pastes , etc . need to be in 3 . 4 oz . 100 ml . or smaller containers , and all your liquid containers need to fit into a clear , quart bag . if you are driving , check the airport website to get information on where to park . give yourself extra time if you are taking a cab or uber for the driver to arrive at your pick - up spot . confirm train or bus schedules if you are taking public transportation . you do not want to add the stress of being late to your already hectic day . before leaving the house , determine where you need to go at the airport to check in . you can usually find this information on the airport website . if it is not there , you will see signs as you drive up to the airport complex that will direct you to the right terminal . if you are parking in an economy lot away from the terminals , the airport will typically run a free shuttle to and from the terminal . be sure to write down where your car is parked . all airport parking lots look alike , and it is easy to forget where you parked . if you are taking public transportation , check where you need to get off , and where you will pick it up again on your return . most airlines will not allow you on the flight if you are not checked in at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure . if you only have carry - on luggage , you can save some time at the airport by checking in online at home or from your phone . you will then be able to skip the check - in counters at the airport and go directly to security . follow the signs to the check - in area for your airline . most airlines now have self - serve kiosks . have your flight confirmation number ready , and follow the directions on the kiosk screen . the kiosk will print your boarding pass . depending on the airline , it might also print a luggage tag . if the kiosk prints a luggage tag , follow directions to tag your luggage and take it to the luggage drop - off area . if it the kiosk does not print a luggage tag , an airline agent will call your name to come up to the desk to get your tag . have your photo id and ticket ready to show them . some airlines have curbside check - in . this can be a good solution if you have a lot of bags or are short on time . be sure to tip the curbside agent . after checking in , follow the signs for security . when you reach the front of the line , show the tsa agent your photo id and boarding pass . once these items are verified , grab a plastic bin and move to the conveyer belt . put your shoes , belongings and bag of liquids in the bin . use a second bin if the first becomes too crowded . use a separate bin for your laptop . most times and at most airports , the security process will take less than 20 minutes — sometimes much less . at some airports , however , especially around holiday times , it can take 45 minutes or more — sometimes much more — to get through security . be patient . this is why you arrived early . each country has its own security procedures , but all involve showing a photo id and having your belongings scanned . if the system isnt clear , airport personnel are always willing to help you get through them correctly . dont be afraid to ask if you have a question . check the electronic displays to find your flight and gate number . gates sometimes change , and the electronic boards will have the most updated information . follow the signs to get to your gate . if you are early , feel free to wander into nearby stores or restrooms , but dont go too far . you dont want to miss the boarding call . airlines have specific boarding procedures . check your ticket to find out your boarding number or zone . wait for your number or zone to be called . the gate agents will explain the exact process before everyone starts boarding . other passengers are also usually happy to help you navigate the system . if you are flying domestically , you will only need to present your boarding pass to the gate agent after your zone is called . if you are flying internationally , you might also be asked to show your passport , as well as any needed visas , at this time . seat numbers are located above each row . find your seat and put your carry - on bag in the overhead bin nearest your seat . put smaller items under the seat in front of you . as a courtesy to other passengers , airlines ask that you only put one item in the overhead bin so there is room for everyone . if the overhead bins have filled before you board , you can put your carry - on under the seat in front of you , if it fits , or have the flight attendant check it . there will be no charge if it is checked . once you have placed your bag in the overhead bin , take your seat and fasten your seat belt . if you are in a middle or window seat , you might have to ask someone who is already seated in your row to move into the aisle so you can get in . thats ok . everyone expects to do that . the flight attendants will begin a safety demonstration after all the passengers are seated . listen carefully and familiarize yourself with the procedures . its extremely unlikely that anything will happen , but its good to know what to do if it does . even if the fasten seat belt sign is off , its a good idea to keep your belt fastened whenever you are seated . the pilot will normally let you know if the plane is entering a turbulent area , but sometimes there will be an unexpected rough patch . dont worry about a few bumps . airplanes are built to handle turbulence . once you are air borne , the flight attendants will begin food and drink service . most airlines provide free non - alcoholic beverages . depending on the length of your flight , you might also have the option of purchasing meals , beer and other alcoholic drinks . if you know you are going to want to eat on the plane , bring your own food . you can bring it from home if it doesnt contain liquids , or purchase it at the airport . most airlines now provide in - seat entertainment , so you can watch movies and other shows while flying . many airlines now provide under - seat power ports to encourage passengers to bring their own tablets and laptops for their entertainment . you will also often be able to connect to a wifi system for an extra fee . toward the end of the flight , the crew will make announcements to prepare everyone for landing . they will ask that large electronic devices be put away , and they will clear up any trash you might have . after the airplane has landed , stay in your seat until the plane reaches its gate . when the plane is at the gate and stopped , the pilot will turn off the seat belt sign . now is the time to unbuckle your seat belt . the front rows will leave the plane first , followed in turn by each following row . when it is your rows turn , stand up , collect your bag from the overhead bin , and proceed down the aisle and out the door . while you are waiting for your turn , check to make sure you have everything you brought on . you will not be allowed to get back on the plane to get your phone if you leave it in the seat pocket . follow signs for baggage claim . once in the area , there will be large electronic screens to guide you to the correct claim conveyor belt , where you can find your bags . |
be qualified . prepare for emergencies reading and understanding the aircrafts poh can be essential in recovering from a bad situation . plan your flight flight planning has a fairly unvarying process , though the results and information will be unique every time . perform a walkaround the pilot of any flight should be thoroughly aware of the airplanes condition , and must bring anything of concern to the mechanic , or instructor on site . preflight its common to have everything planned out and ready to go , and then have the weather to start to sink . take - off a pilot should avoid intersection take - offs . know your duties in - flight a pilot has three priorities when they are flying to aviate , navigate , and communicate – and in that order . prepare for arrival prior to arriving at the destination , the pilot has several things to think about and coordinate . land landing is a critical point in any flight . shutdown the flight was successful , and everyone is safe . | how to plan and perform a vfr flight | before flying before flying , a pilot must be qualified and hold the proper licenses , or have a flight instructor lined up . though excitement may get the best of a pilot , she must carefully review the pilot operating handbook poh , obtain a weather briefing to ensure the entire duration of the flight will be within vfr minima , and review the procedures for problematic situations in - flight . every pilot should plan for accurate food rations , survival gear , and appropriate clothing for the outside conditions , including life jackets if going beyond gliding distance from shore . its much easier to follow steps already memorized than to shuffle through the book in panic . safety is paramount ensure you are familiar with the procedures with regards to engine failure during take - off , engine failure in cruise , rough engine , uncertain of position , being lost , fires , electrical failures , etc . a pilot needs to calculate the planes gross weight and recognize if the centre of gravity is within limits . this will change the airplanes performance an improperly balanced plane is an impending accident . navigation for vfr flights are suited with vnc vfr navigation chart and vta vfr terminal area chart maps , with indications for gravel pits , golf courses , waterfalls etc . for location reference , as well as airspace information , terrain elevation , and airport information . vtas are larger scale maps , giving more detail on arrival , and departure procedures . a pilot shall check out any outstanding notams notices to airmen , prepare a chart and flight log , file a flight plan , and ensure she will have sufficient daylight on arrival without night rating . the walkaround gives the pilot an opportunity to check for any sort of tainted exterior surfaces being bugs , ice , frost , dirt , etc , as well as fuel and oil checks . the importance of determining the airworthiness of an airplane cannot be underestimated frost on the wings of an airplane alone can lower the lift efficiency by 30 and increase drag by 40 . walkaround checks include draining fuel samples to check for contamination , ensuring theres an adequate amount of fuel for the flight , as well as checking for the quantity of oil in the engine . every aircraft has a checklist for the walkaround , starting inside the cockpit ensuring all paperwork , first - aid , fire extinguisher , etc . are there and intact . lastly , the pilot checks that foamies , remove before flight tags , and tie - downs , are detached . get a current weather report . a professional , responsible pilot will realize that if the conditions arent right , you dont fly be patient for calmer days . during the preflight stage , the pilot shall check to have the aircraft operating manual , log , charts , computer , pencils , survival equipment , clothing and sunglasses in the aircraft . now that the groundwork is done , the pilot may call atc air traffic control for a transponder code transmission - responder for airplane recognition on radar screens . passengers may be briefed at this point as well . many runways require an airplane to backtrack onto , to make use of the entire length of the runway . keep lift - off speeds and engine failure procedures in your mind , and have an abort location about halfway down the runway if all systems arent a go at that point . check that the engine sounds good , and the propeller is rotating at full power . read and complete the checklists , ensure temperature and pressure gauges are showing good readings . if there is an air traffic control atc unit , the pilot must request clearance for take - off . always use the centre line of the runway , and devote all attention to the task at hand . once settled in a cruise flight attitude , a pilot should read hisher map and follow it to the ground , anticipating landmarks as outlined . with vfr flight , a pilot must stay below 500 from the cloud base in controlled airspace , so as to have clear visual contact at all times . on a cross - country flight , the pilot or co - pilot should be calculating the fuel burn and ground speed , as per the pre - flight plan . when the tanks are down to 30 minutes of flight time during the day , or 45 minutes at night , the pilot should plan to land and refuel . about twenty minutes before landing , the pilot should review the canada flight supplement cfs to reconfirm the airport information circuit height , elevation , runway lengths and heading , and review the approach speeds , crosswind limit , and flap settings . about ten minutes before , the pilot shall broadcast their current location , intentions , and get the local traffic information . if there are several airplanes arriving , atc will let the pilot know of their sequence number for landing . between five and ten minutes prior to landing , the pilot should set the altimeter to the reporting stations pressure , check surface winds , and continue to look for other traffic . if the crosswinds are over the limits , the pilot should land elsewhere . landing lights will be switched on , and at this point the pilot may join the circuit after reporting . checking the windsock is important , so the aircraft is landing into the wind for sufficient engine cooling , and greatest drag . pilots must be able to recognize where the airplane will land , from the point at which she is in the air presently . when undershooting or experiencing turbulence , add power early . check and recheck the windsock as the aircraft gets closer to the runway , and review the overshoot procedure . its safer to go around again or ask for an alternate , than to have a bad landing line up with the white centre line of the runway , and stay lined up during the approach , touchdown and rollout . plan to have the airplane touch down by the first third of a paved runway , first quarter if grass . apply brakes right away if required a small aircraft may be able to roll itself out to a slow on the remaining runway length . passengers must remain seated until the props have stopped . the pilot has the responsibility to close the flight plan as soon as possible , so search and rescue sar doesnt get alarms telling them the aircraft hasnt arrived on time . also , make sure the emergency locator transmitter elt hasnt activated hard landings may have the elt go off without there being an accident or reason to investigate . if the plane is low in fuel , it is of common courtesy to refuel it for the next flight . it also helps eliminate water accumulation in the wing tanks , keeping the fuel pure . lastly , the pilot should tie - down the plane , put in wheel chocks , insert foamies and replace remove before flight tags . |
control bank . control pitch . control yaw . multi - task and use small corrections . controlling airspeed using trim . be patient . going up . going down . maintain level . | how to maintain a straight and level flight when flying a plane | use the control wheel or stick to control the bank of the airplane . if the airplane is in a bank to the right rotate the wheel or push the stick to the left to level the wings . vice versa if the airplane is banked to the left . it is difficult to tell if the airplane is banked by looking forward . look at the wingtips to determine if the airplane is banked . when both wing tips are equal distant from the horizon your wings are level . pushing forward on the control wheel or stick will move the nose down and pulling will move the nose up . pick a point on the windshield to hold the horizon . make sure the wings are still level from the previous step . if the wings are not level this can affect your perspective of pitch especially if you are not sitting in the middle of the airplane such as in side by side seating . use the rudder pedals to control yaw . if you feel that you are sliding to the left in your seat step on the left rudder pedal , and if you feel you are sliding to the right step on the right rudder pedal . you should feel as if you are getting pushed straight down through the seat at all times most airplanes have a small ball on the instrument panel known as inclinometer . there is saying step on the ball which means if the ball is on the left apply more left rudder pedal pressure and if it is on the right apply more right rudder pedal pressure . many airplanes will require at least little bit of constant pressure on one pedal even in straight and level flight or another so it might help to try to keep only one foot on the rudder pedals at any one time , and vary the amount of pressure on that pedal . once you are able to do all of the above at the same time its time to move on to the next tasks . also , make small corrections . small corrections means that even if the airplane is not exactly where you want it as long as its getting there dont add in any more additional control inputs . after you have developed some skill then you can become more aggressive . for a given pitch attitude where the horizon is on the windshield and power setting the throttle position there will be a corresponding airspeed . while either power or pitch can be used to control airspeed , airspeed can be controlled more accurately with the use of pitch . to increase speed , pitch down . to decrease speed , pitch up . you will find to hold a specific pitch attitude you may need to hold considerable force on the stick use the trim to relieve these forces . if you feel that you are constantly holding the nose up use some nose up trim . if you feel you are constantly holding the nose down use nose down trim . dont be afraid of the trim use as much or as little as you want . when you are trimmed correctly it should feel as if the nose would not move if you were to let go of the control wheel or stick . after making a pitch change it will take a few seconds for the airplane to accelerate . lower the nose , wait , check the airspeed , make another small correction , wait , check the airspeed . as the airspeed changes you will also need to make trim changes too . if you are below the desired altitude add some power increase throttle . you will need to establish a higher pitch attitude to maintain the airspeed . if it looks like you are climbing you do not need to do anything more as long as you are moving to your desired altitude . if you are too high reduce power . you will need to lower the pitch attitude again to maintain airspeed . remember only change the power enough to get you moving in the right direction . maintain level flight by tweaking the power ever so slightly so that the airplane does not climb or descend . |
know what the basics are . get a medial certificate . choose a flight school and flight instructor . take responsibility for your own flight training once youve settled on the flight school and instructor , make sure you schedule your lessons frequently and spend at least a couple hours a day studying and reviewing your flight training material . | how to learn to fly | before learning to fly , you should know things like different types of pilot certificatesdifferent types of medical requirements and certificates different types of flight schools and flight instructors costs of taking flight lessons and earning your certificate in the us , you can get 1st , 2nd , or 3rd class medicals . to keep things simple , just remember this if you ever want to get paid to fly , get a 1st class medical . if you dont qualify for a 1st class , get a 2nd class , but you will be limited to the type of pilot jobs . if youre not interested in getting paid to fly and just want to fly for fun , get a 3rd class medical . its extremely important to choose the right flight school and flight instructor for you . there are several types of flight schools out there and theyre divided into two major groups part 61 and part 141 . although they might operate slightly differently , you still get the same exact pilot certificates from both types of schools . the major difference is the pace of the flight training that you will get . for the most part , part 61 schools are go - at - your - own - pace type of flight schools . although this might sound nice , you should be careful that your flight training doesnt drag out costing you thousands of extra dollars . part 141 schools , on the other hand are more structured and aimed to student pilots who want to get their certificates done as fast as possible . this might sound intimidating , but in the end , you are still the customer and can choose to go at the pace that you need . finishing flight training in a timely manner will also save you thousands of dollars and months , or even years of frustration . for the best flight training experience , make sure you choose a compatible certified flight instructor cfi . you will be spending a lot of time sitting right next to this person , so you want to make sure that you two are a good match . when talking to potential flight instructors , ask about their teaching styles and whether they use a syllabus . if they dont use a syllabus , find another instructor , as this is a big red flag . also , make sure they dont talk down to you or make you feel uncomfortable in any way . you have to prepare for a written exam , an oral exam , learn how to plan cross country flights , etc . dont be lazy and ask a lot of questions . |
establish your objectives for learning how to fly . make a list of all the characteristics you are looking for in a flight school . decide whether you are looking for a specific certification , a professional pilot program or an internship program . research flight school directories , and make a list of all the flight schools you would be interested in attending based on location . take your time to read through the informational packets . narrow your choice of flying schools down to 5 . visit the 5 flying schools of your choice . request a meeting with the admissions administrator . be prepared for each meeting . decide if the school leaves a good impression . review the remaining schools in your list . | how to pick a flight school | decide whether you want to make a career out of flying or if you just want to fly for pleasure . if you want a career as a pilot , look for a flight school with several airplanes and full time flight instructors . these tend to be more structured and will get you done sooner than some of the more laid back type of schools . if you want to fly just for fun and go at your own pace , you can choose a more relaxed - style type school . but , you may end up paying more money overall , since the longer you take the more money you will pay . if you are going to be working on your commercial pilot certificate , strongly consider a part 141 school versus a part 61 school since you will only be required to log 190hrs of flight time if getting your commercial pilot training from a part 141 school instead of the 250hrs if you are training at a part 61 school . , review the schools on your list online . get an idea of each schools accreditation , programs , facilities , safety record and anything else that you feel is important in an aviation school search . narrow your list down to no more than 8 flight schools , if possible , and request information from all of them , including the training syllabus you are interested in . write notes comparing the positives and negatives of each school . base your feedback on the characteristics that you consider significant when attending a flight school . make notes of the bonus features at each school also , as these may be the determining factors if you are having a hard time choosing . you should jot down questions about things not mentioned or confusing . use the process of elimination in your selection , based on your notes . this way you can put yourself in the environment of each school and meet the people you may be spending time with . arrange a tour of the campus and flight department . if financial aid is a requirement , make arrangements to meet that administrator also . you can also arrange to meet with a flight instructor and interview the current students during the tour . you should bring your written list of questions . if additional questions come up during the meeting , write them down . your goal is to leave each meeting feeling as if you have a complete picture of what it is like to be a student at the school . determine whether you are still as impressed as you were when you read the schools informational packet . if you are more excited , then the school should be considered a finalist in your decision making . if the feeling is less impressive , then cross the school off your list . look over your list of questions and responses from each flying school . recall the feelings you got during each visit . compare all your remaining schools in this manner and decide which one fulfills your ultimate goals . |
make sure you meet the basic requirements . make sure you have enough money . get a medical exam . clear out time in your schedule . know what kind of aircraft you want to fly . find the right instructor . start your lessons . fly consistently . let your instructor know if you need to repeat lessons on certain skills . ask your flight instructor for resources . study flight procedures . study aeronautics . take classes . take a practice written exam . take the written exam . take the oral test . do the practical exam . maintain your license . | how to get a private pilots license general | there are a couple basic requirements that you must meet to be able to get your license you must be 17 or older , and you must be fluent in english . this is an international requirement , even if you are getting your license in a country whose official language is not english . english is the international language of aviation , a measure put in place by icao , or the international civic aviation organization . getting your private pilot license is an expensive process . not only do you have to pay for flying lessons , but most people have to rent a plane to use for lessons which is usually the highest cost . in addition , you have to pay for equipment , fuel and test costs . total costs for a private pilots license in the united states usually run between 8 , 000 and 13 , 000 . it may vary depending on what country you live in . there are a few things you can do to cut the cost . if you have multiple options of places to take lessons , find lessons at the best value you can . buy cheaper or used equipment . study hard for your exams so that you dont fail and have to take them multiple times . taking the exams costs money so you will save if you pass them the first time . another thing is to consider getting a sport license , which requires only 20 training hours . this can save you a few thousand dollars . if you have a sports license , you can still carry a passenger with you , but there are a few restrictions . these include that you cannot fly at night , and that you have limited aircraft options . though you can start your training without a medical exam , its a good idea to get one straight off the bat . if it turns out that you arent eligible to fly , you wont waste money starting your lessons . you will need to find an aviation medical examiner near you to set up a physical . to be able to fly in the united states , you have to receive at least a third class faa medical certificate . at the exam , you will be asked your medical history along with any medication you take regularly . you will get an regular physical exam and be asked to provide a urine sample . if you are over 40 , you will be required to take an ekg , which tests for problems with electrical activity in your heart . you also will need to pass an eye exam . getting your license will take time , so prepare to be working on it for around six months . depending on your schedule , clear out at least one day a week during which you can take lessons or study . if you jump into the process without a clear schedule , its easy to either get overwhelmed or to lose focus . before taking lessons , decide whether you want to learn to fly an airplane , a helicopter , a hot air balloon or a different type of aircraft . most new pilots choose to learn to fly an airplane with a single engine , but you have a few different options . you want to find an instructor that is experienced at both flying and teaching , and can communicate well . try to find an instructor who has done more than 3 , 000 hours of teaching . the easiest way to find an instructor is through a flight school in your area , though some flight instructors do work freelance . also be sure to pick an instructor that you feel at ease with . flying for the first time is nerve - wracking as it is , so you want to find someone who will make you feel relaxed and calm . your flying lessons are the most critical part of your learning process . different countries vary on the amount of time that you need to train , so check your countrys individual standards by researching on the internet or calling a flight school . no matter what country you are in , you will need to do a certain amount of hours with your instructor , plus night and cross - country flights , as well as solo flights with takeoffs and landings . in the united states , the breakdown is as follows20 hours of training with an instructor including 3 hours of cross - country , 3 night hours , and 3 hours of instrument flight training . 10 hours of solo time including travel to various airports with set amounts of takeoffs and landings . although this only adds up to 30 hours , you need 40 hours in the us to complete training . most people do more than 40 hours a good estimate of the average amount of hours people generally do is 60 hours . this is the amount of time that it generally takes to master all the skills you need . dont take long breaks between your flying sessions . even a couple weeks can make you forget what you have learned so that you will have to do more hours to master flying . this will cost you more money and make the entire process longer and more difficult . you will be learning many different aspects of flying . when you learn so much at one time , it can be difficult to retain it all . if there is an aspect of piloting that you feel uncertain about , tell your instructor that youd like to go over it again . your instructor is there to help , so dont be hesitant about asking them to repeat themselves . some of the skills and knowledge you will learn are airport operations , preflight procedures , takeoffs and landings , navigation , flight at various air speeds , stalls , night operations and emergency operations . you will need to study to gain enough knowledge to pass your tests . there are study guides out there for people training to get their private pilots license , which is a good way to start . but you should make sure to ask your instructor for good resources . your instructor has experience getting people through their training and testing , and may know the best and latest resources out there to help . in addition to practicing flight procedures in your lessons , its a good idea to study them on your own time . different people have different ways of learning , and many people benefit from having information presented in several different ways . reading about what you have been learning in your lessons will reinforce the knowledge so that you will have a better chance of remembering the skills and information . to get your private pilots license , you have to pass not only a flying test - run , but also a knowledge test . the knowledge test includes a written and oral exam that will test your aeronautical knowledge . some areas of study you will need to explore are aerodynamics , aircraft systems , aeronautical decision making , how to read weather forecasts and reports , and planning for the unexpected during flights . if you are having a hard time learning all of your ground knowledge at home , or are confused about what to study , consider enrolling in a class taught by a flight instructor . this class will be specially formulated for providing the information you need to know to safely fly and also to pass the written test . you can find practice written exams either online or through your school . taking these tests will let you know what you can expect from the real thing . score your test , and take note if there is a particular area of study you need to brush up on . go over this subject before you take the real test . when you are confident you are ready , take the written test . in the united states , the written exam has 60 questions and must be completed within two and a half hours . you must get at least a 70 to pass the exam . the written exam is offered in seven different aircraft categories airplane , helicopter , gyroplane , glider , hot air balloon , gas balloon and ligher - than - air gas ship , depending on what aircraft you have taking lessons on . the exam usually runs for 90 in the united states . the oral test comes right before you take practical flight exam . for this test , the examiner will give you a specific hypothetical flight route , and ask you plan the details including things like the time enroute , the navigation , the fuel burned , etc . you also will go over aeronautical knowledge that you have studied . after the oral exam , you will be asked to act as pilot in the practical examination . you will be asked to start a cross country flight , then plan a course to a nearby airport . this will test your ability to plan on the spot and improvise , which is an essential part of flying as conditions are constantly changing . no matter what , keep your focus and dont get distracted . some examiners may purposefully try to distract you to see if you have the level - headed temperament needed to fly . the cost of the practical exam in the united states usually run between 300 and 400 . congratulations , you earned your private pilot license keep it in the back of your mind that every couple years , you must complete another quick oral exam and check - in . make sure that the person giving you your license has told you the specifics for maintaining it . |
organize an orientation flight . obtain student pilot license and third class medical . organize your plan . do your pre - solo flight training . do your post - solo flight training . after your instructor signs you off , take the written test which consists of 60 multiple - choice questions and can be taken at faa testing centers or with licensed test providers . after your instructor feels you are ready , complete your final exam or check ride accompanied by an faa - certified examiner who will ask you questions and assess your abilities . receive your private pilots license with a visual flight rules rating . | how to get a private pilots license usa | an orientation flight may be as simple as going to your nearest airport with a flight school . the staff are usually as enthusiastic to get you in an airplane as you are . the orientation flight exposes you to the experience of flying in an airplane and gives you a chance to evaluate yourself on how your body or mind responds i . e . nausea , fear of heights . most of these sensations and symptoms are temporary , but it just depends on your body , determination , and your decision to continue . there is no minimum age requirement to begin flight training , however , you must be at least sixteen to fly solo for an airplane provided you have a license and a medical from a designated aviation medical examiner ame . student pilot license . to apply , you must comply with 14 cfr 61 . 83 you must be of the eligible age and read , speak , write and understand the english language . third class medical . like the name implies , this is an examination of your physical state by an ame . a list of examiners in your area can be found on the faa website . there are many ways to acquire an aircraft and a certified flight instructor cfi . you could know a generous aircraft owner and a family friend who happens to be a cfi or finding a local fixed - based operator fbo with planes and instructors . another option in enrolling in an accredited flight training program in a college environment if you are interested in both the license and a degree . there is nearly an infinite number of ways to find a plane and an instructor for you to receive flight training . before your first solo , your cfi will train you to the standards outlined by 14 cfr 61 . 87 . for a single engine land plane , only paragraphs a , b , c , d , and n apply . aeronautical knowledge . your cfi will administer a written test and then review the test with you and examine that you are competent to operate the aircraft by yourself . he may cover the physics of flight , the applicable regulations , airspace procedures , weather , landing techniques , aircraft specifications and the like . maneuvers and procedure for pre - solo flight training . there is a list of maneuvers he is required to at least demonstrate and some to have you perfect . they are specified under 14 cfr 61 . 87d and include pre - flight procedures , taxiing and ground operations , takeoff , turns , stalls , descents , landings , etc . after you solo , there are a few major flight training exercises left to complete . at this point , your cfi is now having you fulfill the aeronautical experience requirement found under 14 cfr 61 . 109a . this is the bare minimum experience needed for a ppl . you must log at least 40 hours of flight time that includes at least 20 hours of flight training from an authorized instructor and 10 hours of solo flight training and it requires at least the following 3 hours of cross - country flight training in a single - engine airplane . 3 hours of night flight training in a single - engine airplane that includes one cross - country flight of over 100 nautical miles total distance and 10 takeoffs and 10 landings to a full stop with each landing involving a flight in the traffic pattern at an airport . 3 hours of flight training in a single - engine airplane on the control and maneuvering of an airplane solely by reference to instruments . this is flying with the human equivalent of horse blinders and a taste of flying under instrument flight rules ifr as oppose to being under visual flight rules vfr as you have previously been experienced with . 3 hours of flight training with an authorized instructor in a single - engine airplane in preparation for the practical test , which must have been performed within the preceding 2 calendar months from the month of the test . this is your practice practical exam with your instructor and gives you a chance to work out any bugs . 10 hours of solo flight time in a single - engine airplane with 5 hours of solo cross - country time which includes one solo cross country flight of 150 nautical miles total distance , with full - stop landings at three points , and one segment of the flight consisting of a straight - line distance of more than 50 nautical miles between the takeoff and landing locations and three takeoffs and three landings to a full stop at an airport with an operating control tower . usually at the fbo where you are taking your flight training you must score at least 70 to pass the written knowledge test the exact requirements are contained in an faa document called the airman certification standards acs . this allows you to pilot a single - engine aircraft in good visibility during the day or at night as long as you abide by the fars federal aviation regulations pertaining to your license . |
obtain pilot certification . undergo a medical examination . apply for pilot ratings . complete 5 years of experience as a professional pilot . choose the type of aircraft on which you would like to instruct . consider enrolling in a flight instructor training course . call the faa to schedule a ground instructor or flight instructor examination . apply for jobs as a flight instructor . | how to become a flight trainer | flight instructors must first be certified pilots before training others . you can enroll in an faa certified flight school as soon as you are 16 . you will be required to have at least 250 flight hours before you can get your commercial pilot certification . these hours are with a licensed flight instructor . some other types of flying , such as helicopter , require a lower number of flight hours . all pilots are required to pass a medical examination before being licensed . throughout the career , most pilots apply to receive advanced pilot ratings in order to move up the ranks with their chosen aircraft . although this is not strictly necessary for all types of flight , commercial pilots must have 1 , 500 hours of commercial flight experience in order to apply to become a flight instructor . it is always a good policy to spend 5 to 10 years working in an industry before becoming a full - time flight instructor . many of the tests are plane specific , such as sport , helicopter , glider , airplane or gyroplane . to become an airplane flight instructor you will need to show flight hours for single and multiple engine aircraft . these courses often last approximately 2 months and train you in over 150 hours of ground and flight instruction . these courses will allow you to shadow other instructors and you may be given job placement upon completion . call 800 - 947 - 4228 to schedule an examination with the computer assisted testing service cats . you will be required to take a written test of between 25 and 100 questions . if you fail a flight instructor test , you may be required to submit a report of your test failure and proof of additional instruction . most instructors begin by teaching ground instruction and then moving on to flight instruction . in some cases , you may be required to write your own instruction course and materials . |
obtain a class i medical certificatestudent pilot certificate . become a professional pilot . have a background in and passion for science . be able to communicate well verbally and in writing . go to test pilot school , or join the military . | how to become a test pilot | before running off to flight school and spending money on flight training be sure you are physically eligible for a career as a test pilot . if you cannot pass a class i medical test , you cannot work as a test pilot . period . this means being off of most if not all medications , never having had an epileptic seizure , never having had internal organ issues - especially with the heart , never having had a history of mental issues involving psychosis , no criminal convictions , no illicit drug use , and a host of other criteria that may be referenced in the faraim and a number of websites . your first class i medical certificate may be dual - issued with a student pilot certificate . find your nearest far part 141 ground school and enroll in flight training . part 141 is preferred to part 61 because of its more stringent testing criteria . aircraft certificates from private pilot to airline transport pilot atp are required as well as instrument and multi - engine ratings . in addition a variety endorsements and type ratings may be obtained in order to expand a test pilots resume . proficient and safe operating habits and good stick and rudder skills are a must . most if not all aircraft manufacturers require an advanced degree in aeronautical engineering for test pilot applicants . this means starting early with mathematics and physics courses in high school and obtaining a bachelors and masters degree in aeronautical engineering , or a bachelors in mathematics or physics with a minor in engineering and a masters in aeronautical engineering . expect a minimum of 6 years in a university and a lot of hard work . if your goal is to enter the military , talk to officer recruiters and join your university rotc program . test pilots spend as much time planning their test flights and reporting on how the plane handled after flying it as they do actually flying planes . they work with engineers before the flight and are often called upon to make suggestions to improve a planes design during its development phase based on the results of their test flights . you need to be able to understand and use the correct terminology in oral and written reports and engineering papers . at this point , being a professional pilot and an aeronautical engineer you stand an excellent chance of obtaining a pilot slot in the marines , navy , or air force . just be aware that the cut - off age for military pilot entrance is typically 27 years . while at your university you should be in communication with local officer recruiters and be sure to fulfill their criteria - which typically includes gpa requirements as well as physical fitness tests being able to pass the naval flight physical is a must if entering the marines or the navy . going the civilian route is more difficult . a test pilot certificate from the national test pilot school costs around 500 , 000 . for the average person still deep in college debt this is impossible . to become a purely civilian test pilot you must find a company to sponsor your entrance into test pilot school . be on your best behavior , be sociable , and never burn bridges because the aviation community is a very small place . network as much as possible and make sure you cultivate the image of a determined , safe , and brilliant pilot and eventually you will find the connection and sponsorship you are looking for . go to conventions where you can meet other pilots in the industry - including test pilots . shake hands , talk goals , and exchange email addresses . these connections are extremely valuable and can give you tips on company openings and requirements in order to land a seat at test pilot school . |
review the training and skill requirements for a flight controller . pass the basic employment screening process . submit an application for employment . practice by training on flight simulators . review the flight controllers responsibilities . prepare to have a high standard of integrity and honor that are required of a flight controller . demonstrate the ability to become a team player . take a tour of the mission control center to get an idea of the operations that are seen on television . | how to become a flight controller | the technical degree is not specific , but emphasis is placed on the field of engineering . the skills highly sought are advance physics math physiology computers orbital mechanics power generation all applicants must be a united states citizen or legal resident . pass a criminal history background check . meet age requirements for employment . to apply for a position with the space program create an on - line profile account to receive job notices . upload or create a new resume on line or mail to the service center . after selecting a vacant position , click apply on line button . review and submit your resume to begin the application process . respond to questions to continue with the application process . use the web site help button if you need assistance . provide information regarding technical qualifications . download an application and follow instructions if applying by mail . forward your transcripts for review and verification . give veteran preference information to earn points . flight controllers gain experience by using simulators that replicate plane or space shuttle movements . the controller gains valuable knowledge from the computer - generated program . the flight controller is not only responsible for payload operations and the overall planned mission success from start to finish , but must ensure the safety of the astronauts . a flight controller assists the flight director and must be prepared to take charge in emergency situations . an emergency plan must be in place and available to authorized personnel . simulated emergency and disaster drills are scheduled regularly to ensure compliance . the flight controller creed endorses discipline , competence , confidence , responsibility and toughness . several factors must be met to meet the required job demands . these factors include training extensively on the job to achieve understanding of new technology and equipment . developing excellent communication skills . acquiring and maintaining excellent organizational skills . |
airports usually have a fixed base operator fbo . if no one has recommended a cfi , the school will assign one to you . some questions you might want to ask the cfi what is your schedule and general availability , after the first couple of flights you and your cfi will start to get a feel for how the training is going . flight schools are authorized by the faa to operate under two sets of regulations known as far part 141 , or part 61 the fbo will tell you or ask many schools can offer you a choice . if you are are with a part 141 school you will normally fly with one cfi . the training under part 61 is less structured in some ways , but can be more suitable for some students . | how to choose a flight instructor | larger general aviation airports may have several to choose from . the fbo usually hosts or may own a flight school . flight schools have certified flight instructors cfis and training aircraft for rent . see introduction above what is your training philosophy what is your billing policy what is your cancellation policy ask yourself if you feel the cfi is too laid back , too stern , genuinely concerned about your learning , or distracted . hey , its your money if it doesnt feel right have a discussion with your instructor , or request another cfi . there are advantages to both . periodically , youll have what are called stage checks . stage checks are done with a different cfi . this is to ensure you are progressing in accordance with the training syllabus . it depends on your situation and what your aviation goals are . your cfi andor your school will be able to help you decide which course is best for you . |
select a qualified flight school with certified flight instructors . obtain a certificate from a doctor that proves you are fit to fly . pay the flight schools tuition . | how to attend flight school | the particular government entity that mandates requirements for obtaining a pilots license may also have a school locator that can help you begin the selection process . the united states agency , the federal aviation administration , or faa , has such a tool . different licenses are available depending on the type of aircraft you wish to fly and whether you will fly professionally or recreationally . a ppl is the designation for a private pilots license according to the joint aviation authority , or jaa , which governs flight schools in european countries . according to the jaa , the jaa - fcl 1 is the general term for rules regarding an aeroplane license jaa - fcl 2 , specifies the criteria for a helicopter license . similarly , the faa also has licenses for private and recreational pilots . the school that you select must have a flight instructor with the knowledge and certifications to train you for the appropriate license . for example , in order to become an air transport pilot , the school should have an instructor with such a license . in some countries , a doctor must perform the examination at specific facilities . the jaa certifies authorized medical examiners ames to provide assessments . ames are located throughout the jaa member - states , and are often simply physicians in hospitals and clinics . the caa , or civil aviation authority , in great britain mandates that commercial pilots undergo an initial medical examination at the united kingdom caa aeromedical centre amc at gatwick airport in west sussex . the examination takes around half a day to complete . the faa requires you to see an aviation medical examiner , or ame . you can find an ame in your area by visiting the faas website . there are several variables that determine your total tuition cost . while the faa requires a minimum of 40 hours of flight time to become a private pilot , the number of hours that it takes you may vary by state . however , many training facilities note that 55 hours of flying is more realistic . many schools suggest that students take at least two classes a week , which correlates to finishing in 6 months . unlike paying for a semester of tuition in a lump sum at a traditional university , you can pay for lessons as you take them . some schools may offer discounts if you pay for several classes at a time , and some schools offer financing . |
perform an inspection of the aircraft before getting in . locate the flight control column in the cockpit . locate the throttle and fuel mixture controls . familiarize yourself with the flight instruments . locate the landing gear controls . place your feet on the rudder pedals . get permission to take off . adjust the flaps to the proper angle for takeoff . perform an aircraft run - up procedure . notify the tower that youre ready for takeoff . start the take - off run . get up to speed . pull back on the yoke at this point . line up the artificial horizon , or attitude indicator . bank turn the plane . manage the speed of the airplane . fly with a light touch on the controls . set the cruising engine speed . get clearance to land using the communication radio . reduce the airspeed . get the right angle of descent and airspeed . lower the nose and watch the numbers on the runway . reduce the throttle to idle . come to a stop . | how to fly an airplane | before taking off , its important to perform a walk - around examination called a pre - flight . this is a visual inspection of the aircraft to verify that the airplane components are in good working order . your instructor should provide you with a highly useful operating checklist for the specific plane and this checklist will tell you exactly what to do in each phase of flight , even pre - flight . the basics of pre - flight check control surfaces . remove any control locks and make sure your ailerons , flaps , and rudder are moving freely and smoothly . visually check your fuel tanks and oil . make sure theyre filled to the specified levels . to check the fuel level , youll need a clean fuel measuring rod . to check oil , theres a dipstick in the engine compartment . check for fuel contaminants . this is done by draining a small amount of fuel into a special glass container tool , and looking for water or dirt in the fuel . your instructor will show you how . fill out a weight and balance sheet which helps ensure that you are not flying outside the capabilities of your airplane . your instructor will show you how . look for nicks , dings , and any other type of body damage . these small imperfections might inhibit your aircrafts flying ability , especially if the prop is compromised . always check props before an engine start . use caution around airplane props . - if there are electrical issues with the plane , the prop could turn over unexpectedly , causing severe injury . check emergency supplies . although it is not pleasant to think about , prepare for the worst . - there is always the possibility of something going wrong with the aircraft . make sure there is a supply of food , water , and first aid items . also ensure that you have an operating radio , flashlight , and batteries . a weapon may be needed along with standard repair parts for the plane . when you take your seat in the cockpit , all of the systems and gauges will look complicated , but theyll look much simpler once you become familiar with what they do . in front of you will be a flight control that looks like a modified steering wheel . this control , more commonly called the yoke , works like a steering wheel in a car . it controls the pitch of the nose up or down and banking of the wings . get a feel for the yoke . push to go down , pull to go up , and use left and right to roll , unsurprisingly , left and right . dont use too much force when flying . - it doesnt take much to control the plane . they are usually located between the two seats in the cockpit . the throttle is black , and the mixture knob is red . in general aviation , they are usually just pushpull knobs . thrust is controlled by the throttle and the mixture knob adjusts the fuel - to - air ratio lean or rich in gas . on most aircraft , there are six primary flight instruments located along two horizontal rows . these indicators are often referred to as the six pack and show , among other things , altitude , attitude orientation of the aircraft relative to earths horizon , compass heading , and speed—both forward and up or down rate of climb . top left - the airspeed indicator shows aircraft airspeed , usually in knots . a knot is one nautical mile per hour—about 1 . 15 mph or 1 . 85kmh . top center - the artificial horizon shows the aircraft attitude , that is , whether the plane is climbing or descending and how it is banking - left or right . top right - the altimeter shows the height altitude of the aircraft , in feet msl—feet above mean , or average , sea level . lower left - the turn and bank indicator is a dual instrument which tells how fast you are changing the compass heading rate of turn and also whether you are in co - ordinated flight , this is also called the turn and slip indicator or needle ball . lower center is the heading indicator which shows your aircraft current compass heading . this instrument should be calibrated usually every 15 minutes . to calibrate , adjust the instrument to agree with the compass . this is done on the ground or , if in flight , only in straight and level flight . lower right is the vertical speed indicator which tells how fast you are climbing or descending in feet per minute . zero means that you are maintaining altitude and are neither climbing nor descending . many small planes have fixed gear , in which case you will not have a landing gear control knob . for airplanes that do have a landing gear control , the location varies , but it usually has a white rubber handle . you will be using this after you take off and before you land and taxi the plane . it may deploy any non - fixed landing gear—wheels , skis , skids , or floats beneath . these are a set of pedals at your feet used to control the rudder which is attached to the vertical stabilizer . when you want to make minor adjustments to go left or right on the ‘vertical axis , use the rudder pedals . basically , the rudder controls the yawing aspect of turning the aircraft . turning on the ground is also controlled by the rudder pedals andor the brakes , not by the yoke . if you are at a controlled airport you must contact ground control before taxiing . they will give you further information as well as a transponder code , commonly called a squawk code . be sure to write this down , as this information must be repeated to ground control before you are given clearance for takeoff . once given clearance , proceed to the runway as directed by ground control , making sure to never cross any runway unless you are cleared to do so . usually 10 degrees of flaps are used to help increase lift . check your aircraft manual , though . - some aircraft do not use flaps for takeoff . before you reach the runway , stop at the run - up area . youll have to perform the engine run - up procedure here . this helps insure that your aircraft is ready to fly safely . ask your instructor to show you this procedure . after completing a successful run - up , notify the tower and wait to be cleared to continue to andor enter the runway . push the fuel mixture knob completely in and advance the throttle slowly . this will increase the engine rpms revolutions per minute , generating thrust and the airplane will start to move . note , though , that the plane will want to go left when you do this , so add proper rudder to stay on the runway centerline . if theres a crosswind , you will need to turn the yoke , carefully , into the wind . as you pick up speed , slowly decrease this correction . youll need to control the yaw twisting on a vertical axis with the rudder pedals . if the plane starts doing twisting , use the foot pedals to control it . in order to take off into the air , the plane needs to achieve a certain speed to create enough lift . the throttle should be full on in most aircraft , though some will have a maximum setting to reduce over torquing . you will gradually build enough airspeed to become airborne usually around 60 knots for small planes . the airspeed indicator will tell you when you have reached this speed . when the plane gets enough lift , youll notice the nose lifting off the ground a bit . pull gently back on the flight control , being sure to maintain the proper climb rate for the particular aircraft . this will cause the whole airplane to leave the runway and rise into the air . remember to maintain climb speed and apply proper rudder . when at a safe height above the ground and you have a positive rate of climb as indicated by the vsi vertical speed indicator , return the flaps and landing gear to neutral position . this will reduce drag and extend the safe flying time and distance . this will keep the plane level . if you fall below the artificial horizon , pull back to raise the nose of the airplane , lifting it . again , be gentle . - it doesnt need much . the best way to keep the plane at the right altitude is making sure you constantly scan the attitude indicator and the altimeter , as well as the rest of the six pack . get in the habit of scanning so that you dont fixate on any single instrument for an extended time . if you have a wheel in front of you the yoke , turn it . if its a stick , move it to the left or right to turn . stay in coordinated flight by using the needle ball turn coordinator . this gauge depicts a little airplane with a level line and a black ball along it . keep the black ball in the center by adjusting the rudder so your turns feel smooth coordinated . a useful learning aid is think step on the ball to know which rudder pedal to step on when co - ordinating a turn . the ailerons control the bank angle and work in conjunction with the rudder . when turning , coordinate the rudder and ailerons by keeping the turn and bank instrument ball centered , remembering to keep an eye on your altitude and air speed by scanning the six pack . note when the yoke is turned to the left , the left aileron goes up , and the right goes down when turning right , the right aileron goes up and the left aileron goes down . do not worry too much about the mechanics of aerodynamics at this point , just try to become familiar with the basic concepts . every airplane has an engine power setting optimized for the cruise phase of flight . once youve reached your desired altitude , this power should be set to around 75 . trim the aircraft for straight and level flight . you will feel the controls become smoother as you trim the plane . youll also find on some aircraft that this power setting is in the torque free zone , where no rudder input is required to maintain straight line flight . at maximum power you may find that the nose drifts laterally due to the engine torque and requires an opposite rudder correction . similarly , you may find that the opposite rudder input is required at flight idle power setting . to keep the plane steady , its necessary to maintain sufficient airflow and speed . flying too slowly or at overly steep angles can cause the plane to lose airflow and stall . this is most dangerous during takeoff and landing , but its also important to keep the plane at the appropriate speed during flight . just as you would wear out your car engine if you drove with your foot planted to the floor , youll do the same to the planes engine . only increase power to maintain airspeed in a climb and reduce power to descend without accelerating . if and when you experience extreme turbulence , it is critical not to over - correct . sudden , large changes in the control surface orientations can push the aircraft past its structural limits , causing damage to the plane and , potentially , compromising its ability to continue flying . another issue is carburetor icing . there is a small knob labelled carb heat . apply carb heat for short periods of time , about every ten minutes or so , especially at the high relative humidity levels that encourage icing . note this only applies for planes with a carburetor . dont zone out . – you still need to be scanning for other aircraft and keeping an eye on the six pack . once you get a constant cruising speed , you can set the controls and lock them , so the plane will remain at a constant power and you can focus on keeping it level . at this stage , reduce the power on the throttle to about 75 of where it was set . for a single engine cessna , this should be somewhere around 2400 rpm . next set the trim . the trim is a small surface on the edge of the elevator . it can be moved from within the cockpit . setting it correctly will prevent the plane from climbing or descending while in cruise flight . there are different kinds of trim systems . some consist of a wheel , lever , or crank which pulls a cable or rod attached to a trim surface bell - crank . another is a jackscrew and rod . and yet others are an electrical system which is the easiest to use . the trim setting on each plane has a corresponding speed that the aircraft will seek and hold . it varies by weight , plane design , center of gravity , and carrying weight cargo plus passengers . an essential part of flight is staying in touch with atc air traffic control , approach control , or tower , during approach and landing procedures . you can find the correct frequencies on your sectional chart . when changing frequencies on the communication radio it is courteous to listen for the better part of a minute to make sure no stations are in the middle of an exchange . only when you are sure there are no conversations going on should you make your initial broadcast . this helps to avoid the stepped on situation which occurs when multiple stations are broadcasting on the same frequency at the same time . to do this , reduce power and lower the flaps to the appropriate level . do not deploy flaps at excessively high speeds only when airspeed is within the white arch on the airspeed instrument . stabilize the airspeed and rate of descent by applying back pressure on the control wheel . knowing if youre right just takes practice . pick your aiming point and begin your descent . this is controlled by a mixture of throttle and yoke . once youve found a runway , you need to have the combination exactly right to land . when it comes to flying an airplane , this is the hardest part . a general rule is that the best approach speed is 1 . 3 multiplied by the stalling speed of the aircraft . this should be indicated on the asi . however , always take into account wind speed , too . those are there for a reason they tell the pilot whether he or she is going to overshoot or land short . lower the nose , keeping the numbers right on your horizon . if the numbers start to disappear under the aircraft nose , you are landing long . if the number distance themselves from the aircraft nose , you are landing short . as you get closer to the ground , you will experience the ground - effect . this will be explained by your instructor in detail , but basically the ground effect causes the plane to float a bit because of reduced drag near the ground . raise the nose slowly by pulling back on the yoke , until the two main wheels touch down . continue holding the nose wheel off the ground it will settle to the ground by itself . once the nose wheel has touched down , you can apply brakes to slow for exiting the runway . exit as soon as possible on the off ramp specified by the tower . never stop on a runway . |
pick up a copy of microsoft flight simulator or laminar researchs x - plane . check out weather products such as metars and tafs even on days you dont fly . raise the nose of the airplane by pulling the control wheel toward you . use the throttle control to help the airplane climb and control your speed . push the control wheel away from you and reduce power to descend . turn the control wheel left to raise the right wing . | how to become qualified to fly a plane 1 | it doesnt have to be the latest version if your computer is older . flight simulators will help you learn about the instruments and systems found in a typical trainer aircraft as well as make you familiar with maneuvers and procedures you will need to master for your private pilot exam . thus you will need to spend less time and money on actual flight lessons , which are quite expensive . x - planes website truthfully says that if a flight simulator can save you an hour with a controller , it will have effectively paid for itself . remember that while flight simulators are good for procedures training , they wont give you all of the stick - and - rudder skills to fly a real airplane . see if conditions match what those products indicate . that way , when you do fly , youll have a higher confidence in the weather predictions . this will make the airplane climb or stall if you pull back too far . pitch changes speed , power changes altitude . , this will cause the plane to bank resulting in a left turn . you also need to add left rudder the left peddle to keep the plane coordinated . same thing to turn right but use the right controls |
your instructor , certified flight instructor cfi , will probably charge for time on the ground as well as in the air . get your class iii medical . | how to become qualified to fly a plane 2 | this is not just a way for the cfi to generate more income . if used wisely , you will become proficient more quickly than by just flying . for example , if you study your intended flight prior to the flight lesson , you will optimize the time you spend with your cfi by having smarter questions and clearly understanding what you are going to do . additionally , you should receive a thorough post - flight debrief - even if everything went picture perfect . as you progress in your training these pre and post flight debriefs should get shorter . its relatively simple to pass if youre in good health . no use starting sometime if you have a health condition that will preclude you from flying . www . faa . gov has the info to help you determine if you have any health exclusions . |
decide what youre going to chair - fly . pick a place to chair - fly . clear your mind and begin . finish well . repeat . | how to chair fly | is it a ground reference maneuver a flow checklist an instrument approach a stage check a checkride know what youre going to practice before you sit down and start . have a goal for the practice session such as memorizing a flow check , knowing how youll respond to an examiner , being familiar with the physical process for turns around a point , or knowing exactly when youll lower the gear after a procedure turn . picking a goal gives focus to a chair - flying session and helps you decide how long you need to practice . chair - flying doesnt have to be a formal . it may simply be a mental outline of a flight to come rehearsed in your head until you are comfortable with the procedures youre going to perform and in what sequence they will be preformed in . in this case , know what level of mental preparedness youre trying to achieve . a quiet place with somewhere to sit is usually best and allows you to maintain focus while chair - flying . be sure it is free of distractions . grab any checklists , flow sheets , or instrument procedures you need for the rehearsal . if you have access to it , an aircraft flight deck is a wonderful place to chair - fly . having the cockpit right in front of you adds a tactile level to manipulating controls , pulling out checklists , and running through procedures - allowing for the more rapid learning of physical tasks . in bed before sleep is a good place to mental chair - fly . just before bed you can run through the next days flight and what youre hoping to accomplish , dismiss any anxiety you might feel , and consider improvements from previous flights to be incorporated . the quiet time in bed may aid in the mental visualization of maneuvers as well . chair flying works best when you pretend youre actually flying . run through the procedures youre practicing exactly as they would occur in an actual flight . move your hands to manipulate controls , press buttons , dial the gps , extend the flaps , and any other motion you would actually do in the places that these items are located . it doesnt matter that theyre just phantoms , your body will remember the general movements . omit nothing , and try to incorporate realistic events that may happen on the flight in order to practice your response to them what you would do if the wind shifted or died down while practicing rectangular patterns , or how you would respond if suddenly given an engine failure on an instrument approach in imc conditions , e . g . when a mistake has been made during a flow or mental procedure stop , go back , and re - do it . the rule of primacy states that a first experience tends to be the strongest . if you continually make a mistake while doing a flow check or procedure practice and dont make a strong correction to it you are more likely to repeat that mistake later when under the stress of a real flight . when you feel you have accomplished your goal for the practice session , end it . theres no purpose in rehearsing to the point of total boredom . frequent , short chair - flying sessions are more effective than long infrequent ones when it comes to cementing procedures . chair - flying can almost be done anywhere and is a suitable practice technique for use before every flight . it aids in your overall mental and physical preparedness in a variety of scenarios . something youve rehearsed in your head beforehand is much less likely to catch you off - guard if or when it actually occurs . |
get the attitude down , be aware of your surroundings , and take interest in them . carry interesting things . pick things to do . try not to blink a lot . look straight into their eyes and slow your breathing down everyone you look at will do the same . stare at someone intently . cover your mouth and nose lightly when at school , work etc . not like youre about to hurl though . you also want to eat a really big breakfast so at lunch you do not eat in front of people or drink then when you get home you can eat . | how to pretend to be a modern vampire male | remember that this type of vampire is not the kind that broods in a melodramatic fashion all day . you should be quiet and mysterious , but also relaxed and friendly . act as normal as possible , in order to deflect awkward questions . always act intelligent and polite but keep a darkness to yourself . stop to smell flowers , look at the tops of buildings , touch any stone decorations you like , and look at the sky once in a while . this is not exclusive to vampires - - in fact , it is a great way for anyone to reduce stress and enjoy their surroundings . they do not need to be for anything , but they help you play the part by being there . things like a skeleton key , an interesting charm , a swiss army knife , an antique looking sketchbook they sell nice ones at barnesnoble and borders andor book to read . basically whatever your imagination comes up with will do just fine . but keep it small , since you will probably be carrying it in a small pouch or in your pockets . do remember a silvery key as a necklace or something . when someone asks what it is , say a family memento , passed down through generations . most towns have something within walking distance that you can go to while playing vampire . going to a cemetery to relax , read , or write in your sketchbook is always good , but a park will do for this , and if youre good at climbing trees , then read , rest , or write up in the branches . also , going to the library to read quietly , or going to a local coffee shop to calmly sip a warm drink are great activities . if there are any pretty old churches in your area , hanging around near them would work , too . again , these activities are not exclusive to vampires , or to people who want to be vampires . they are quite relaxing , and commonly done . try not to blink when someone is looking at you and it will look creepy , as if you had no eyelids . if you need to blink , either blink slowly or very quickly . from time to time just stare at someone intently , your face should look like the face of a homeless person staring at a sirloin steak . act like a scent is bothering you their blood . if someone asks you what is wrong , just say nothing , i am fine . then stutter a little and then leave . you can also tighten your fist . if that does not work for you , you can be a food eating vampire , though stay away from junk food and fast food . a home made meal of a simple lettucetomatocheese salad will do . sit alone and quietly munch away . if you really need to eat when sitting with somebody , take a casual bite from time to time , and look like it is the most terrible thing ever , so they assume you crave blood instead of regular food |
consider your color scheme . get a striped shirt . find striped leggings or tights . use a onesuit . create your own stripes . acquire face makeup . get a tail . use cat ears . | how to make a cheshire cat costume 1 | the cheshire cat from the 1951 cartoon movie is striped in purple and pink . in a later cinematic version , the cat is striped in teal and purple . consider what color scheme is most accessible and which you prefer . when choosing a color scheme , attempt to use the most accessible colors available . search through thrift stores , clothing stores , or online for a stripped shirt of the desired colors . its important to keep the color scheme in mind throughout the creation of the cheshire cat . costume stores will probably have what you are looking for . costume stores are also good at having multiple items in the same color scheme . the goal is to find the exact color of stripes in pant form . this is not always realistic for some peoples funds . if you do go to a costume store , they should offer a selection in matching tops and bottoms . you could also look online for something with similar colors . if you cant find anything , you can wear black pants skinny or leggingstights . the bulk of the costume is from the waist up , so you can still have make an effective cheshire cat without a matching bottom . you can order a custom onesuit from certain online stores and retailers . there are also onesuit options available that are marketed as a cheshire cat costume . do a quick google search if you were unable to find a matching top and pants . if youre having a hard time finding the right striped colors , you can make your own . you will need a shirt or pair of tightsleggings that is plain and one of your colors . youll also need tape and fabric paint . create stripes out of the tape . once you have the tape setup the way you want it , you can paint onto the shirt . follow the directions of the fabric paint for mixing with water or any other liquid . use a brush to paint stripes between the taped stripes . let the paint dry for about an hour before removing the tape . there are several options you can take with face makeup . you can go for a simple design that can be effective if done right , or do a full paint job with multiple layers . depending on what style you want to take , you can either go to a costume store for a multiple color face paint set , or find something similar in a general store . consider the quality of the face makeup and strive for higher quality paint . it will look better and it will be better for your skin . there are several options for a cat tail . any costume shop will have these pre - made and offer them at a reasonable price . you can alternatively gather the following supplies and create a tail on your own a pair of old black tights or fluffy fabric needle and thread wire and wire cutters coat hanger will work strip of fabric to use as the belt , cat ears are very common to buy premade . a simple black cat is a very popular last minute costume . for this reason , you can get a cat ear headband for a decent price . if youd rather do it yourself , youll need the following supplies 2 colors of fabric fabric wire pliers scissors headband |
find at least two or three rooms in your house . make room keys out of paper or old , unused keys . invite your friends over to your house to play with you . check in and out while having fun . create a guest log to keep track of check - ins and check - outs . show guests their rooms , and clean up after them once theyre finished with their stay . set restaurant times . | how to play hotel | these will be your hotel rooms . make sure your family doesnt mind you using them . once youve found several , make a small bed in each room if there isnt already one , using pillows andor sleeping bags . also , provide blankets , towels , treats , and goodies . create numbers on each key , and hang them on the door . construct a front desk , and make do not disturb signs you could also include your family members , as well as siblings . if you have a pet , use himher as a door animal . use other rooms , and have room service to have some fun in life . take turns when it comes to managing the hotel , and avoid creating any messes . you can do this by using a piece of paper or a notebook . you could also have one of your friends pretend to be the maid , but make sure you dont boss everyone around . basically , this is when your guests will have their meals . ask everyone when they normally have dinner , for example . then , set the dinner time according to everyones response . |
rub your eyes with your fingers , agitating them slightly to make them appear red . relax your face and body muscles , letting them droop and feel slack . move slowly and laconically . talk in a low , gravely voice . keep munching on small snacks . | how to look like you are on drugs 1 | this is the classic stoner gaze . smoking causes the veins in your eyes to expand , which makes them much more visible . this causes the well - known red eye in stoners . you can also rub some freshly cut onion or peppermint extract under your eyes to get the tears flowing , which causes red eye . try not to blink . it isnt fun , but it will create red eye . your eyelids and lips will fall lightly to the floor , as if half asleep . let yourself sink into the chair , or slump slightly whenever youre standing . you want to be totally relaxed . if you find yourself staring for a long time into nothing , body barely moving , then youre crushing it . youre not in a hurry , man . keep the hustle to a minimum , really only moving when it is most necessary . high - guys gals rarely feel compelled to do things that arent strictly necessary , and neither should you . when you do move , take your time . try to flow through your movements , like the pictures of grooving hippies used in cartoons and old videos . imagine that your throat and mouth are bone dry , as many people who smoke regularly can attest . drop your voice into a low , bass - y register and scratch out the words a bit . a bag of chips or a box of oreos is the perfect prop for the high - guy . aim for regular , unceasing eating , which is why bagged chips and pretzels are often your best bet . the munchies generally aim for salty or sweet foods , and some stoners find them uncontrollable . well - placed , constant eating will help sell the part well . |
apply the base layer . apply a layer of purple . lighten your cheeks . add additional details . create the cheshires smile . | how to make a cheshire cat costume 2 | you can either use face paint or makeup . put a base paint of yellow all over your face . this is the iconic foundation for the cheshire cat from the 1951 cartoon . sponge purple around the outside of your face so that the the yellow fades in . you can use a house sponge if you do not own any makeup accessories . be sure to cover all the areas that are on the outside of your face like the top of your forehead , neck , ears , etc . dab your cheeks with white to lighten your cheeks . it might help you to look at a picture of the cheshire cat and apply the paint in relation to the image . use yellow or white eyeliner along your waterline . draw whiskers in black around your nose . color in your nose with black face paint . you can use black eyeliner for the whiskers . you dont have to create a mouth out of make up over your mouth , but instead could wear purple lipstick . there are a few ways you can create the smiling mouth out of makeup . depending on your makeup skills , you can make the classic smiling face , or create a scarier face with sharper teeth . for the classic smile use white makeup to create a wide smiling face around your mouth . imagine a crescent moon when designing the smile . once the white has dried , use a fine tipped brush or eyeliner to create teeth . the classic smile , from the cartoon , only has one row of teeth . the tim burton smile is much creepier because the teeth are rigged and fang like . to create this look , youll need to create a crescent smile using black paint . once the black has dried , create small teeth in the shape of triangles , or in the shape of sharks teeth . create two rows of teeth one row going down from the top and the other going up from the bottom of the mouth . |
buy a headband . create the ears out of fabric . reinforce the ears with wire . attach the ears to the headband . create the tail . attach the tail the body . | how to make a cheshire cat costume 3 | you can get these fairly cheap from a clothing outlet . sort through their selection and try to find a black headband or a color from your color scheme . use a cheaper headband because youll be gluing or sewing onto the headband . select two types of fabric , the inside and outside of the ears . the inside fabric should be lighter than the outside fabric . cut four bigger triangles from the darker fabric and two from the lighter one . you can either glue or sew the triangle together . attach one inner triangle to one of the bigger triangles , and repeat for the other ear . attach your spare triangles to the backside of each ear . leave a small opening on the bottom to insert a wire frame into the ear . you can use an old coat hanger to create smaller wire frames to be used in the ears . use pliers to cut two strips off a coat hanger . fold the wire in the shape of an acute angle . thread your wires into the ears . if the wire is too long , make adjustments . you can also purchase craft wire from a hobbyist store . use glue to secure the wires to the ears . sew or glue the ears together and then onto the headband . use a mirror to determine the best location for the ears . a hot glue gun will hold the ears to the headband the best . use a coat hanger as the frame for the cat tail . cut off a side of the coat hanger using wire cutters or pliers . keep the hanger portion to use as the curly tip of the tail . wrap the hanger in a fluffy fabric or old tights . to secure the fabric , use a hot glue gun while wrapping the tail . you can find furry fabric at craft and costume stores . some fabrics are sold to be used for tails and are already the proper size . cut off any excess fabric from the hanger . attaching the tail is one of the simpler steps to the costume . all you need is black string . first , wrap the string around your waist to figure out what length to use . cut out the desired length of string . use a hot glue gun , stapler , or tape to attach the tail to the middle point of the string . its better to cut out a longer piece of string opposed to a shorter one . you can alternatively attach the tail to a belt using tape . |
spend a long , long time looking at things with a sense of wonder . giggle often , but keep it to yourself . touch a lot of things , rubbing them to enjoy the variety of textures . get deep and philosophical about our shared experience and place in the universe . consider throwing a fake bad trip , complete with a mental breakdown , if youre a true actor . | how to look like you are on drugs 2 | tripping causes many users to see patterns , new colors , and even objects and people appear out of everyday life , making the entire world a fascinating playground . the idea of seeing the world as if for the first time , astonished by the shifting things around you , is key to playing the psychedelic user . keep your eyes wide open , taking in as many sights as possible . curiosity is your guiding principle . there is rarely something funny happening , but a tripper will find the the humor . usually , this sort of laughter just kind of bubbles up in trippers as the result of a cool sight , strange new texture , or completely random , untraceable thought . psychedelics tend to be sensory overload , and touch is one of the most commonly enjoyed . note , however , that trippers are rarely zoned into one sense at once . the thing youre stroking is likely changing color or visualizes as well , molding under your hand . again , the sense of wonder is key to selling the performance . you dont have to explain what you see - - just be entranced by it . people who trip are rarely selfish - - theyre too out - there to be self - absorbed . instead , they often see connections between everyone , and every living thing , that sober people dont . when they talk , trippers are often speaking on a higher plane that doesnt usually make sense for the people who arent on the same ride a long rant about the beauty and connection between you and the earth would not be out of place . stopping halfway trough a thought , as if taken by an incredible and inexplicable new truth , can help if youre running out of philosophical thoughts to improvise . want to really go for broke on your fake trip make it a bad one youll need to be convincingly freaked out , and youll need a point of fixation - - either an object that has transformed into a demon or an imaginary space that you claim is filled with horrible energy . bad trips are characterized by wide - eyed fear fixation on a real or imagined worry , stress , or terror sweating , nervously moving . nausea desire to be anywhere but here inability to move paralyzed by fear |
talk as much as you possibly can . resist the urge to stand still . wipe your nose frequently . move into irritability as the night moves on . crash into a low - energy mess if you dont re - up during the acting job . | how to look like you are on drugs 3 | people might not really enjoy your company , but such is the burden of acting . motor - mouth syndrome commonly besets those using high - energy drugs like cocaine , as the thoughts spill out so fast the user cant get them up fast enough . it doesnt matter what youre saying , just keep talking . tap your fingers and feet . get up and move around every few minutes . let your eyes dart back and forth across the room uncontrollably . you want to feel like there is an enormous reserve of energy inside of you that is bursting at the seams , powering you like the energizer bunny . many cocaine users even report that they breath faster than normal . if youre faking drug inhalation , then youll be scratching at your nose and wiping away excess snot for the majority of the night . when all of your energy comes from drugs , you can quickly go from restless to agitated . you might snap easily , be prone to anger , or just start acting uncomfortable and squirmy . this is often showcased by extreme mood swings , which become more noticeable with higher doses and longer highs . uppers dont tend to last long , instead sapping the user of all their energy and leaving them far , far more depressed than when they began . cocaine , for reference , usually only lasts about 20 minutes . sleepiness , irritability , and lethargy are common in the crashing phase . |
act like a sleepy , happy baby , talking little and smiling sleepily . lurch into wide - eyed happiness right after taking the drug , then fade into sleepiness . let your words and actions drift off into nothing . drift off regularly , either by falling asleep or simply zoning out into oblivion . scratch at yourself regularly , as itchiness is often a side - effect of opiates . | how to look like you are on drugs 4 | this is most common dangerous and powerful drugs like heroin . downers , like opiates , usually leave people in a happy stupor , unable and unwilling to move off the couch theyre on . they often squirm around sensually like a baby in blankets , getting comfortable and enjoying every single second of it . watch ewan mcgregors masterful performance as a heroin addict in trainspotting to see how quick this shift can be . opiates often hit hard , bringing a wave of euphoria , before putting the user into a mellow , sleepy , and often useless state . most opiate users have their heads blissfully in the clouds . they may start a thought , but finishing it isnt really important . ask someones attention , but dont have anything to say when they turn to you . keep your voice low and quiet . the overall idea is to remain stuck in the clouds , unable to pin down your thoughts . more often than not , this leads to literally falling asleep , your head lolling up in surprise slightly every so often , as if just waking up . again , this is particularly true of heroin , but drugs like oxycontin are actually the same compound , just slightly weaker . scratch on your forearms , but dont make a big deal of it . this is just another uncontrollable tic , not some dedicated urge . |
figure out the girl or guy that you want to perform the play on . hopefully you are already on a date with or at least are having a conversation with this person before you attempt this . make up a clever excuse to go back to hisher place . once youre back at their place and the target leaves the room , strip down completely naked and yes everything . when the guygirl returns and sees your goods , they will either be so outraged by your forwardness and throw you out or they will be enthusiastic about your confidence for laying it all on the line , and they will sleep with you . | how to perform the naked man from how i met your mother | if not , its kind of like a hail mary play . to use the bathroom , make a phone call , place to chill until your roommate gets done . dont leave your goofy socks on . and it is on . |
find a good spot for your classroom . pick other school rooms , if you want to . gather the supplies a classroom would normally always use . pick your grade - level that you want to teach . | how to play teacher 1 | find a spot that you can set out enough chairs for your students . if youre playing at home , your bedroom might be too small . instead , ask your parents if you can move around some furniture to set up your main classroom . use folding chairs , if you have them , and set them up in rows . for desks , you can use little stools . you can also just use chairs . pick the front of the classroom and put a big piece of paper on the wall , like the a chalk board . use markers to write on the paper instead of chalk . if youre playing at home , try to plan out your whole school . make each room in the house a different room in the school . good school rooms to have for your play include bathroom principals office detention room playground lunchroom or cafeteria to really play school , youll need at least a couple of things . ask your students to bring their own supplies , or try to find enough around your house . try to find pencils , pens , or crayons notebooks or paper books binders erasers do you want to teach the grade youre in your favorite grade you already went through or maybe you want to jump all the way up and teach a high school class could be fun . pick the grade the sound the most fun and then change your lesson so it matches . also , pick a subject do you want to teach math science english pick a specific subject that will be fun and plan a lesson . |
get a white button - down shirt . invest in a navy a - line skirt . wear a lacy dress for a formal look . opt for a red gown for a very formal look . apply foundation and concealer to problem areas . fill in your eyebrows . use white eyeliner and eyeshadow . add pink and brown eyeshadow . add one layer of mascara . apply a light amount of lipstick . let your hair hang down . add a headband . add a bow - tie . wear knee - high socks . opt for white loafers . add a hat . wear pumps . | how to look like blair waldorf | for the schoolgirl look , a simple button - down shirt is your best option . when paired with an accompanying skirt , you can play the part of blair at school . blairs shirts are usually somewhat form - fitted , so avoid anything too baggy . blair usually rolls up the sleeves on her blouse , so get a shirt with longer sleeves that can be cuffed . blair always tucks her button - downs into a navy a - line skirt when shes at school . invest in a similar skirt and tuck your shirt in accordingly . this will give off a prep school vibe reminiscent of the gossip girl franchise . if you really dislike navy , shake up blairs look just a little . a dark brown or black skirt should still give off the basic vibe . blair is not always at school . when shes out on the town , shes a fan of long , lacy dresses . blairs dresses are usually quite feminine and come in bright colors , floral patterns , and have embellishments like bows , sequins , and ruffles . for example , opt for a floral sundress or a gown with lacy embellishments . if you want to rock the blair waldorf look for a fancy event like prom , a red gown is your best option . one of the most iconic moments in gossip girl was blair meeting chuck in paris in an elegant red dress . go for a dress with a ballroom feel and feathery embellishments on the skirt . the dress was strapless in the tv show , so see if you can find a strapless dress . blair is known for a more natural makeup look , so theres no need to cake on a lot of makeup . stick to the basics . cover imperfections , like acne and discoloration , with a light layer of concealer and foundation . then , use a brush to blend the makeup into your natural skin tone . blairs eyebrows were always strongly defined , so make sure yours match . use a brow brush to fill in any obvious gaps in your brows . as youre only slightly filling in your brows , use a shade slightly lighter than their natural color . blair was known for her lighter eye makeup , so opt for white eyeliner and eyeshadow . apply pale eyeshadow just below your upper brow and in the inner corner of your eye . smudge white eyeliner along your upper lash line . use your fingers to smooth the eyeliner on your lid upward so it blends out into your eyelid . blairs eye makeup was always light and feminine , so a touch of pink and brown is all you need for your eyeshadow . start by using an eyeshadow brush to add a light dusting of a pale pink shade across your lids . then , apply a soft brown to your crease . when youre done , make sure to blend out the eyeshadow using a larger eyeshadow brush . blair did not wear a lot of eye makeup . stick to one coat of mascara on each eye . this should slightly bring out your lashes without creating an overwhelming look . you can use either brown or black mascara and , if you want , apply it to both top and bottom lashes . gently dab on a light shade of a pinkish lipstick . you do not need to apply a lot of lipstick . the color should mostly cover imperfections on your lip and add a light amount of color . blair rarely wore her hair up . let your hair hang down if you want to give off a blair waldorf vibe . simply brush out your hair in the morning and let it fall down naturally . as blair had wavy hair , consider using a curling iron or wand to create light waves in your own hair . blair was famous for her series of feminine headbands . place the headband about an inch away from your hairline . if you have bangs , keep them in front of the headband and swept slightly to one side . pick feminine headbands with patterns like polkadot and embellishments like bows . if youre doing the school girl look , add a small bow tie to your white button - down . this was part of the uniforms worn on gossip girl and will really emphasize the blair waldorf look . this can be particularly great if youre going as blair waldorf to a costume party . knee - high socks were also part of the blair waldorf look . pick a pair of knee - high socks to match your skirt to emphasize the school girl look . if youre going schoolgirl , white loafers are key . these were typically worn during school for blair waldorf . slip on a pair of white loafers if youre wearing a white button - down and skirt . blair was known for stylish hats . if youre going out in a dress looking like blair , add a colorful , patterned hat to your outfit . this will add a little extra to your look and really exemplify blairs style . blair was a big fan of patterned hats , so see if you can find hats with patterns like polkadots . when going out on the town , blair always wore pumps . therefore , if youre going as blair for a formal event , slip on a pair of pumps with your dress . blair wore a variety of hats , but she mostly favored knit hats and berets throughout the series . in addition to hats , blair sometimes wore floral or decorative hairpieces . |
watch twin peaks . visit websites about twin peaks . , make a twin peaks blog of some sort , or making a twin peaks collage or something . work on your appearance . pluck your eyebrows to make them very quizzical and vixen looking . imitate her dressing style . imitate her hairstyle . | how to look and act like audrey horne from twin peaks | you will get tons of inspiration from her , the attitude , the makeup , and the clothing . , remember that you do not need to be rich to be like audrey horne . you just have to have her attitude . she is spunky and gets what she wants and sometimes bites off more than she can chew . but usually she has a good motive for her actions . she is very confident , flirtatious , and persuasive . we could all benefit from being like audrey horne . i notice the closer you look into the detail of clothing and furniture of this show , the more you can appreciate how beautiful it is . its really just one of those shows you could watch over and over and not even be mad about it . audrey horne has a very pin - up girl 50s style makeup . pluck them like so or however you see fit . then you will need to apply your reddish brown or taupe eye - shadow and apply it to the creases . do a thin liquid liner on your lids . then apply the lipstick , and youre pretty much done . her clothing mainly consists of school attire , and later on , business attire , besides the occasional dress and the one time thing with the one eyed jack lingerie . her school look would consist of a quarter sleeve shirt , or cardigan , tucked into a pencil skirt . with oxfordsheels . her work attire consisted of a pencil skirt suit . not much there but a really classy look . her dresses were very 50s , marilyn monroe style dresses in classic colors like red and black . and im not even going to bring up that amazing , detailed lingerie because it would be impossible to get anything like that . unless you totally hand sewed a deck of cards to some really cute white and red lingerie . but besides that , her look is a classic one , and serves her well . her hair is short and curly . you dont have to cut your hair , its not necessary unless you want to , thats cool too i guess . anyway . its shorter , and curly , and a dark brown . i would suggest using some of your grandmas rollers from the basement , get the classic experience . if you have a totally different hairstyle going on right now , no biggie , just look up pin up girl hairstyles and get some inspiration from that . |
bring in the students . teach a short lesson . have the students take notes . ask the students questions . have students come to the board . go to lunch . go to recess . | how to play teacher 2 | you need to have some people to teach invite some friends over , or ask your siblings or other family members if theyd like to play with you . cant find anyone to play line up stuffed animals or other toys , so youll have a classroom ready to go . put each student in a separate chair in the classroom . you can assign seats , or let students choose their own . you could even put name tags on each desk , or have the students make them . take your place at the front of the classroom and tell everyone to quiet down , because school is about to start . now that youve got your group of students gathered , start teaching write things on the paper that youve got on the wall to help you show the students what theyre supposed to learn . you could even do a fun activity , like having the students dissect different stuffed animals and talk about what they find , if you want to have a science class . this could be a fun way to spend school time . give each one of your students pieces of paper , or notebooks , so they can write things down and do little assignments , or take notes . tell them specifically what they should do . you could also have them read out what theyve written . if youre teaching english class , you could say , write about what you did this weekend in a timed writing and then have everyone read it out . when youre the teacher , youve got a good chance to put everyone else on the spot . throw out math questions and call on people randomly , or call on people with really silly or difficult questions . mr . anderson , please come to the front of the class and explain how dinosaurs kiss to us . were waiting turn the questions into a game . ask all your students , whats 132 minus 17 and let them figure it out fast . whoever gets the answer right quickest gets a candy . some teachers like to play bingo to get students involved . that could be a good way to play , as well . its scary in real school , but at your pretend school it can be a lot of fun . have each student come up to the board to answer a question , or to write in their answer to a question that youve asked . ask a math problem , or give them a silly prompt to draw something . tell all the students that whoever can draw the best brontosaurus gets a gummy worm . after a little school , have all your students line up and walk to the lunch room . if you can get your parents to be in charge of the cafeteria , that would be perfect . have sandwiches and milk , or whatever you normally eat at lunch , ready to eat like you do at school . then sit all together and have your lunch like normal . after lunch , have everyone go outside and play recess like you do at school , or see if your parents will take you to a park , to play on the playground stuff there . |
take turns . make up a new name for yourself as the teachers name . dress like a teacher . talk like a teacher . be organized . dont be too strict . | how to play teacher 3 | its fun being in charge , but you shouldnt get to be in charge all the time . make sure that each time you play you take plenty of different turns , switching back and forth between being teacher and student . even if youre really good at it . have lots of different roles at your school that you can switch between . have one person be a student , one person be a teacher , and one person be a principal , or detention person . take turns between all of them . pick a regular type of name , like mr . smithson or mrs . black , or pick a totally silly teacher name like miss serious or mr . stinkypits . pick whatever name you like , or make one up on your own . insist that all the students call you by the right name . teachers definitely have a style . dress up in some of your nicer clothes , and wear glasses if you can to pretend to be the teacher . pull up your pants too high and comb your hair really well . walk like an old person . if your mom has a funny old dress that she wouldnt mind you playing with , that could be perfect for a teacher costume . ask if you can get one at a second - hand store , if you dont have one , for a costume . male teachers should wear ties and glasses . suspenders if possible . lower your voice and talk very seriously when youre pretending to be the teacher . dont laugh at anything and call everyone mr . josh or miss angela . be very stern , like a teacher would be . if you all have the same teacher , you could always just do an impression of the things that your teacher says . try to learn some big words to use when youre playing teacher , since teachers are always trying to teach . well isnt that odiferous you could say , when something stinks . keep a bunch of school stuff really organized on a desk at the front of your classroom , with everything labeled with post - it notes , if you have them . write up a little name tag for yourself , or have little baskets to put all your school supplies in . or , you could always have your desk really messy , if your teacher has a really messy one . that could be a funny way to make school fun . its supposed to be fun try to keep your students quiet and settled , but theyll probably mostly want to mess you up and say silly things , since this isnt real school . thats ok . make a fun game out of sending students to detention or giving them silly punishments , but dont take it too seriously . most of your friends will probably want to goof off in your classroom . thats fine . its all in good fun . assign one person to be the detention monitor , and have fun |
write an essay about your character . read the whole play . read essays about the character , especially if it is a character from a play . watch other interpretations of the character with care . read the book , if the play is based off of one . read about the characters world . | how to get into character 1 | ask yourself some questions about your character , and try to answer them . it may help you understand your character better . this is a good idea not only for characters in a play , but also for cosplays , renaissance faire and other re - enactment characters , and original larp characters . here are some questions you should ask yourselfwhat does your character look like are there any unique features , such as a limp or hump how does your character speak does heshe have a lisp or an accent what is your characters station in life are they part of the upper class , such as a king or are they from the lower class , such as a town drunk what does your character want does heshe get that how does your character resolve problems do they get frustrated do they expect others to solve it for them what do others expect from your character how does your character feel about those expectations do they meet them , surpass them , or fail them how do other characters feel about your character is your character well liked , or disliked this includes the parts that your character doesnt appear in . if you only read the parts with your character , you might miss important events that heshe might be aware of . these events might affect how heshe behaves . dont just go for any essays , however . go for scholarly and peer - reviewed essays . many of these essays will go in depth on the character , and analyze hisher thoughts , behavior , and role in the play . for example , shylock from the merchant of venice can be a villain or a victim . the essays you read might help you decide how to depict him villain or victim . this also applies to historical roles for renaissance fairs and other historical reenactments . your director may want you to interpret your character differently from how heshe is depicted in other versions of the play especially filmed versions . some plays are based off of books , but they dont always tell you everything about a certain character . the book , however , might give you that information . it might show you how the character behaves off - stage . you can use this information when acting as your character . examples of plays and musicals based off of books include dracula the phantom of the opera beauty and the beast and the lion king are not based off of books , but movies . in this case , you might want to watch the movie . most plays will take place in a past time period . you can make your character more believable by learning about that time period . the one exception to this , of course , is if the director wants to do a modern interpretation of a play . an example would be setting romeo and juliette during the 1940s , with one family being jewish and the other being german , instead of during the renaissance . |
watch their episodes , if possible . read the booksmangacomics . play the games , if possible . study the character and learn the characters backstory . take note of how the character talks . take note of the characters manners and actions . dont be afraid to interact with other cosplayers . | how to get into character 2 | study how the character talks , acts , and moves . note how heshe behaves towards other characters . some people act differently towards different people . keep in mind that the print version of the character can be different from the film version . this may include how the character looks and acts . the characters backstory may also change . some people find it easier to remember a characters quotes if they are written , rather than spoken . some characters also appear in video games . these games can tell you more about the character . some games even expand the characters backstory . keep in mind , that not every character will appear in a video game—and if they do , it may not always be a large part . make sure that you play licensed gamed and not fan - created games . fan - created games do not always portray the characters accurately . instead , they often cater towards certain parts of the fandom . the backstory can explain why a character acts the way heshe does . for example , severus snape from harry potter , is often mean , especially to harry potter . his backstory , however , reveals that he was bullied by harrys father . the backstory can also give you ideas for interacting with other cosplayers . you will also want to note hisher facial expressions . these tiny details can help bring your cosplay to life and make it more believable . note speech patterns . does the character have a casual way or talking , or a more old - fashioned , archaic way for example , thor from the avengers often uses old , archaic terms such as thou . note repeated words or phrases . for example , reno from final fantasy vii often ends his sentences with yo . note the way a character talks . does your character talk fast in a pitchy voice or does he have a slower , halting way of talking severus snape is known for having very long . pauses . when he speaks . study the way the character walks and stands . this can help make your cosplay more believable . after all , a gaston from beauty and the beast who slouches all the time will not be very convincing . gaston would stand tall and proud is the character known for reacting a specific way to certain words and phrases for example , edward elric from fullmetal alchemist gets very , very upset whenever someone implies that he is short . does the character have a specific walk captain jack sparrow from pirates of the caribbean has a very distinctive , swaying walk , often accompanied by a confused look and expressive hand gestures . sometimes , it is easier to get into character when you have a friend or another friendly cosplayer to play along with you . keep in mind , however , that not every cosplayer will want to play along . if they dont react to you , move on . do not force them to play along with you , or they may report you to con - ops for harassment . envy from fullmetal alchemist would never skip a chance to call edward elric short . if you are cosplaying envy and you spot and edward , try yelling out hey , fullmetal shrimp and watch the hilarity ensue . the marauders from harry potter were known for tormenting severus snape . if you are cosplaying a young james or sirius , and you come across a young severus snape , try calling him snivellous—but dont be alarmed if he responds with a hex kagome from inuyasha disciplines the dog demon by yelling sit , which forces him to sit down . if you see an inuyasha misbehaving or being rude , be sure to discipline him by saying inyuasha sit |
get the garments . style your hair . apply your makeup . adopt her personality traits . | how to look like snow white 1 | for a the classic disney look , youll need to buy or make an outfit that looks like the one snow white wears in the cartoon . this will , at minimum , include a dress with a cream or yellow ankle - length skirt . a blue bodice with a scoop neck and thin , vertical gold braid down the center . blue and red slashed sleeves or blue sleeves embellished with red laces tied in bows . a high , stiff white collar . a white petticoat with a lacy or ruffled edge . tan or neutral low - heeled pumps with matching bow clips . a blue cape lined with red optional . snow whites hair is described as black as ebony . it is styled in a chin - length bob with soft waves , parted in the center . she wears a red ribbon tied in a bow at the top of her head . if youre already a brunette with chin - length hair , add curl to your hair . gently comb it out to create soft waves , part it in the center and add the ribbon . if not , cut , dye , and style your hair to match snow whites , or buy a wig that imitates her style . some modern depictions of snow white show her with a tiara instead of a hair bow . either one will work , though a bow might be truer to peoples image of this character . snow whites complexion is white as snow and her lips are red as the rose . she has dark eyebrows , long , dark eyelashes and rosy cheeks . if you do not have these features , you can use makeup to achieve the look by applying a pale foundation and a layer of matching powder for a porcelain skin look . dusting a little pink blush on your cheekbones . darkening your eyebrows with a pencil , if necessary . applying a neutral colored eyeshadow to your eyelids . line your upper and lower lids with black eyeliner . use mascara to lengthen and darken your eyelashes . outline your lips with red or neutral lip liner , and fill in with a matte lipstick in a deep red . snow white is described as gentle , cheerful , helpful and kind . she is also very feminine and proper . if you want to take your costume beyond just looks , heres how snow white always has a cheerful outlook no matter what . shes able to dream of meeting a prince even when serving as a lowly kitchen maid . to achieve this yourself , look on the bright side as often as you can . like snow white , sing or hum while you work . dont forget to smile be helpful to others whenever you can . hold a door open , pick up something that someone dropped , stay to help clean up after a meal or party . ask your friends and family , what can i do to help show kindness to others . be encouraging . listen with empathy . if you know someone is going through a hard time , send them a card or tell them you are thinking of them . and you should always refrain from gossiping . be as feminine as you can . speak in a high , sweet voice . learn to move gracefully by taking small , measured steps . let men take care of things like pulling out chairs , or putting on your coat . use proper manners and etiquette . |
get the look . wear minimal amounts of makeup in natural tones . acquire her fashion . get along well with your family . mabel and her twin brother are practically best friends , so treat your siblings nicely and do things with them . be kind to everyone , even if they are cruel to you . always be cheerful , happy , and optimistic . although you want to be more of a girly - girl , dont be afraid to get a little dirty . love the boys . have a sense of adventure , and be curious . throw lots of slumber parties . | how to emulate mabel pines | consider growing your hair out very long , and make sure its thick . dont worry about styling it much , but if you want to you can consider straightening it or waving it . for the face , keep it clean , healthy , soft , and smooth , with zero acne . always wash your face with a mild facial cleanser every morning and also at night to make sure no pimples or blackheads pop up . and dont worry about tanning . mabel spends her summer in the woods in oregon . she has completely nice skin - there isnt much sunshine over there since mabel has flawless skin , wear foundation , concealer , and face powder to cover trouble spots for the time being and even out your skin tone using clean makeup tools . also , curl your eyelashes and wear dark brownblack mascara , orangegreypink eyeshadow , soft - colored lip gloss , lip liner , and blush to get mabels pink rosy blush cheeks , but dont cake on anything . the goal is to look as if youre not wearing anything . mabel is only twelve years old , so no bronzer yet , please if you live up north where its always a bit chilly , then try to wear fun , girly , colorful sweaters , good - fitting skirts , white socks , and sensible black flats like she does . however , if youre down south where its always hot , then wear skirts with colorful tank tops and flats . dont burn yourself to death trying to get the mabel look . dont be embarrassed by them when you go out somewhere . after all , they are your dear family and they did so much for you , as they care deeply about you . so cherish them while you can watch their backs and always be there for them . mabel never wants to hurt anyones feelings , or abuse people , or be mean and selfish . so follow the golden rule , and be nice you will never hear mabel complain about anything , as she is rarely seen to get angry or upset . find joy in the little things in life , such as a pretty flower or a baby animal . there will always be something to smile about , so go on and find it . in fact , mabel wasnt even upset about going to gravity falls , oregon for the summer . instead , she looked at the bright side of things . she enjoyed herself in gravity falls by happily rolling on hills of grass , let a goat chew on her sweater and tried to flirt with boys . dont turn down an opportunity to go into the woods just because itll mess up your clothes . thats what the washing machine and laundry detergent is for . be down to earth , but at the same time feel encouraged to love shopping , stylizing your friends hair , painting your nails , putting on make - up , etc . mabels main goal is to have an epic summer romance while shes away from home , and she willingly grabs any opportunity she can to flirt with boys , even though she may not be the best at it . dont be afraid to talk to boys , even if theyre older or younger than you . make sure you dont judge people based off looks , too . its often the personality that counts on the inside . mabel is always wanting to know what is going on . she is extremely curious , even though her curiosity gets the better of her a lot , and it sometimes leads her to trouble and often lands herself in precarious situations . always be willing to go investigate into something , as curiosity can help you acquire knowledge . however , use your common sense and logic and get out if something proves to be dangerous or threatening , for it can be risky to be too curious . theres nothing that mabel loves more than a crazy sleepover with her friends , candy grenda . invite your best friends over to paint nails , do each others hair try a braid train , and play the board game dream boy . remember to end the night with someone taped to the wall , someone kissing some random mysterious object in the closet , and someone with party girl written on their forehead . also make glittery pizza with a smiley face on it |
take it from virgin to va - voom . discard the prim and proper princess persona . let loose your hair . make your makeup edgy and voluptuous . make your personality mischievous . | how to look like snow white 2 | disney depicted its first princess as a 14 year old maiden , but no one says you have to follow suit . if modesty isnt your style , a sexier snow white - look is well within your grasp . to be a sexy snow white , start with the traditional concept and make it shorter , tighter , more revealing , and more dramatic . for a sexy look , your clothing and accessories should be skimpy , suggestive , naughty , and more than a little improper . wear a much shorter dress knee - length or higherwith a lower neckline and corset - style bodice . add a crinoline petticoat in a contrasting color complete your outfit with thigh high stockings and high - heeled mary janes in red or black take out the safety pins and shake out your hair . the tousled look will give you a more tempting appearance . whether your hair is long or short , the goal is to get more relaxed and sensuous . style your hair in long , tangled curls or waves . if you have short hair , use styling product to create a tousled or spiky look . add a sparkly red bow clip on one side . instead of a hair accessory , consider putting a single streak of red in your hair with spray - in hair color . this is not the time to be shy use a heavier hand and more dramatic colors with your makeup . be bold with all your choices , including everything from eyeliner to lipstick . apply more blush and eyeliner . this is a great time to try a smoky eye or a cat eye look . choose a bright , glittery eyeshadow instead of a neutral use long , false eyelashes or lots of layers of mascara use a siren red lipstick . a sexy snow white turns traditional snow whites personality on its head , making it naughty rather than sweet . where should would be polite and sensitive , you can be overt and suggestive be seductive and flirty . look a guy in the eye and then lower your eyelashes , sway your hips as you walk , flip your hair , or even lick your lips slowly . offer to refill your guys drink , but when you do so , make sure you show off your assets . speak in a low , sultry tone , or put a little purr in your voice . this huskier tone will put you at the opposite end of the spectrum from snow whites typical sing - song way of speaking . rather than hold your her hand out for the prince to kiss , run your hand over his chest and admire his physique . if youre more sweet than sensual , go that route instead . take snow whites high , sweet voice and make it coy think betty boop . act a little helpless or airheaded . flutter your eyelashes innocently . |
round out the cast . create a prop dwarf , or several . remember her animal companions . join with other disney princesses . include other parts of the story . revisit the story . | how to look like snow white 3 | the characters in snow white are iconic in our culture , and these make it easy to include others in a group costume . you might suggest to your friends to join you dressed as the huntsman prince charming one of the seven dwarfs the queen or her alter ego , the crone the magic mirror if you dont have any friends that want to join you in your fairy - tale adventures , you can still include your favorite dwarf in your costume . take an old doll or buy a new one , make a costume out of felt or cloth in the fashion of your chosen dwarf , dress it up and take it along with you wherever you go . for example , if you wanted dopey to be your companion while dressed as snow white , you might make an overly large , robe - shaped outfit for your doll . add a purple stocking cap to complete this simple costume . snow white is depicted as so gentle and kind that when she reaches a cottage in the forest , she has already won over the forest creatures . you might want to use a hair clip to attach a fake bird to your shoulder to give this effect . many of the princesses of the disney universe are beloved characters , well known in pop - culture . you might consider doing a disney princesses themed group costume with your friends some princesses to consider alice alice in wonderland belle beauty and the beast cinderella cinderella jasmine aladdin , you can create conversation pieces and further get into character by adding other elements of the story to your costume . you could take a hand mirror and draw a crack on it with an erasable marker and bring this with you wherever you go . when people ask you about it , you could say this is the magic mirror that the wicked queen used , but it broke when she died . though you may remember most of the story from seeing the movie snow white and the seven dwarfs as a child . but if you havent seen it in a while , you may want to make sure you remember everything correctly . attention to detail will give more depth to your costume . |
dress really outrageously . the bruno walk is very poncy , oozing with confidence and perhaps a little stupid . adopt a very camp german accent . adopt some stereotypes . always insist your age is 19 , even though you may be older . be obsessed with being famous , stardom and hollywood . sing , dance and act really terribly , but actually believe that you are amazing and confront anyone who brands you a talentless idiot , even if you are a really good singer , dancer or actor . dont take anything , except fame and your talent , seriously . actually believe that you are famous , and go to funny , extraordinary lengths to avoid the waiting paparazzi . play loud , thumping trance music wherever you go . just generally be completely outrageous | how to imitate bruno | have a look at some pictures of sacha baron cohen dressed as bruno to get the idea . anything animal print , suggestive , pvc and generally tabooed is good . dont be afraid to walk like a ponce if you are , then this is how its done . bruno is actually austrian , however the difference between accents is very small . pronounce w as v , r as w , say ich instead of i , say mein instead of mine , on words ending with s put sch on the end and instead of saying the say ze . there are probably a few more , watch bruno , or some interviews to get a good idea . there is also a section on the official website , called discover brunoisms . i strongly suggest you check this out . remember , bruno is a stereotype , so dont be afraid to use them . just be careful of actually offending someone too much , even sacha baron cohen has his limits . , in the film , brunos ultimate aim is to achieve worldwide fame , and is pretty much obsessed with it . , be really sarcastic to everyone about everything . however , if someone criticizes your talent , confront them . hence , make a big entrance wherever you go and expect people to know who you are . european dance bands and djs are good , such as scooter a lot of their music is in the film and basshunter , but anything goes |
brush your hair , then part it down the middle . pull your hair up into two high pigtails . twist one pigtail into a rope . wrap the rope around the base of the pigtail . secure the bun to your head with bobby pins . repeat the process for the other pigtail . repeat the same process for the other bun . spray your hair using hairspray . | how to do princess leia hair 1 | comb through your hair to remove any knots or tangles . use the handle part of a rat - tail comb to part your hair down the center . have the part go from your forehead down to the nape of your neck . this method is great for those who have very long hair , at least to elbow - length . grab the left side of your hair . pull it up into a high pigtail , about 1 inch 2 . 54 centimeters above your ear . tie it off with a hair tie that matches your hair color . repeat the process for the right side of your head . leave the other pigtail alone for right now . if you want a fancier leia bun , braid the pigtail instead , then tie the end off with a clear hair elastic . tuck the end of your hair under the bun after you coil it . princess leias buns are not like regular buns . instead , they are coiled in the same fashion as cinnamon buns . this is the effect you are aiming for . you will need a good amount of bobby pins to secure the style , otherwise the bun will fall apart . plan on using one bobby pin every inch 2 . 54 centimeters . be sure to use something that matches your hair color . you may need to add some pins to the inside of the bun to help hold it together . make sure that you wrap your pigtail in the same direction as the first one . for example , if you started wrapping your first pigtail towards the back of you head , you should wrap this one towards the back as well . coil your bun in the same direction as you coiled the first one . this way they will match . for example , if you coiled the first bun away from your face , coil the second one away from your face as well . now find some fellow rebels to overthrow the empire with |
choose a character to cosplay . plan your hairstyle . make sure your costume is comfortable . get any accessories or weapons . do your makeup . | how to dress for your next cosplay | choose your favorite character from your favorite anime , or choose someone more interesting . pick a character with an awesome weapon or a cool outfit for the most fun cosplay experience . get together with a group of friends and dress as the characters from a specific anime or manga , and act out scenes from the story while in character . whatever you choose , do so well in advance , as youll need plenty of time to plan and create your costume . many anime characters have long , dramatic hair , but there are also plenty of characters with shorter or mid - length hair . some have perfectly straight hair , while others hair is voluminous and curly . think about your hairstyle . decide whether you want to use your own hair or get a wig , and cut or dye your hair if necessary . be creative and dont be afraid to go a little wild - in cosplay , hair comes in all colors , shapes , and sizes . it can be tempting to go all - out with style when designing your costume . however , while eight - inch heels may look awesome , theyre not going to be that much fun to walk around in all day . compromise on style if it allows you to be more comfortable . this way , you can enjoy wearing your costume and stay in it for longer . make sure everything fits well , and break in shoes or other items that might give you blisters well before the day of your cosplay . this part is optional , but having appropriate accessories will give you an extra special look . you can carry larp weapons like swords or even a replica gun . decorate your weapon , staff , or other accessory to perfectly match your characters own . make sure not to carry any real weapons , as these could be dangerous to yourself or others . always go for a light makeup because too heavy will give you a fake , raunchy look that will detract from your cosplay . in fact , a good simple makeup will flaunt your beauty even if the costume or hairstyle is not that appealing . mimic your characters makeup and use it to look more like your character , but remember not to go overboard with it . |
brush and part your hair down the middle . tie your hair into two high pigtails . create a set of sock buns . slip a pigtail through one of the sock buns . spread the ends of your hair around the top of the sock bun . use both hands to roll the sock bun towards the base of the pigtail . secure the sock bun to your head with bobby pins that match your hair color . repeat the whole process for the other sides sock bun . spray the buns lightly with hairspray . | how to do princess leia hair 2 | comb through your hair to remove any knots or tangles . use the handle of a rat - tail comb to create a neat , even center part , going from your forehead to the nape of your neck . this method works best on hair thats shoulder length . gather all your hair on the left side of the part into a high pigtail . position it about 1 inch 2 . 54 centimeters above your ear and secure it with a hair tie that matches your hair color . do the same thing for the right side of your head . make sure that the hair going into each pigtail is smooth and neat . find a pair of clean socks that match your hair color . cut the toes off , then roll each sock from top - to - bottom to form a doughnut shape . the socks need to be long enough to cover your ankle , otherwise your buns will turn out too small . pull the entire pigtail through the sock bun first , then bring the bun towards the end of the pigtail . set the other sock bun off to the side for now . try to spread the hair as evenly as possible . tuck them under the sock bun so that they are nestled between the bun and the body of the pigtail . this step can be tricky , and it may take you a few tries before you get the hang of it . place your thumbs on the top edges of the sock bun , and your fingers on the bottom edges . push inward with your fingers and pull outward with your thumbs . this will cause the bun to roll down a notch . keep going until the bun reaches the hair tie . plan on using a bobby pin on the top , bottom , and both sides of the sock bun . use more , if necessary . check yourself in the mirror to ensure that both buns are the same size and at the same height . make any adjustments , if needed . now you are ready to rebel against the empire and save the galaxy . |
brush your hair and pull it into a high ponytail . split the ponytail in half horizontally . pull the top half of the ponytail through a bun maker . braid the bottom half of the ponytail . spread your hair over the bun maker and secure it with an elastic . split the excess hair into three sections . braid each section separately . wrap right braid around the top of the bun and secure it with pins . wrap the middle braid around the bun . wrap the final braid around the base of the bun . set the style with hairspray . | how to do princess leia hair 3 | secure the ponytail with a hair tie , preferably one that matches your hair color . make sure that the hair going into the ponytail is smooth . this style works best on longer hair . you want to have a top section and a bottom section . use the handle of a rat - tail comb to divide the ponytail , if needed . bring the bun maker all the way down to the base of the ponytail . clip the hair in the bun maker out of the way for now . use a large bun maker that matches your hair color . bun makers look like doughnuts , except that they are made out of a spongy , netted material split the bottom half of the ponytail into three sections . cross the left and right sections over the middle one until you reach the end of your hair . secure the braid with a clear hair elastic . this part of the style is now complete . if you have thin hair , gently tug on the outer loops forming the braid to fluff it up and give it some volume . unclip the upper half of the ponytail . use your hands to smooth the hair around the bun maker so that it is no longer visible . slide a clear hair elastic over the bun , pinching the hair underneath it . if you cant cover the bun maker completely with your hair , switch to a smaller size . your hair will be coming out from under the bun maker after the previous step . gather all that hair , and pull it towards the back of your head . split this hair into three sections . when you are done , you should have three mini braids coming out of the back of your bun . secure each braid with a clear hair elastic . it might be a good idea to clip the other sections out of the way while you work on the braids . take the right mini braid . pull it upward and wrap it counterclockwise around the top part of the bun . make sure that the center of the bun is still visible . tuck the end of the braid down against the bun , then secure everything with bobby pins . use bobby pins that match your hair color . bring the middle mini braid upward , and wrap it counterclockwise around the bun , just below top braid . tuck the end down , as before , and secure everything with bobby pins . take the final mini braid . wrap it counterclockwise around the base of the bun . try to cover the gap between the middle braid and your head . tuck the tail under the bun , then secure everything with bobby pins . you are now ready to attend important ceremonies and award those who helped you save the galaxy |
brush your hair and create a deep side part . split the hair at your hairline into three sections . braid for two stitches . begin to dutch braid across your forehead . continue to dutch braid towards the nape of your neck . gather the rest of your hair together and do a regular braid . wrap the braid across the top of your head . set the style with hairspray . | how to do princess leia hair 4 | it does not matter which side you part your hair on , as long as you made the part deep . it should be level with your eyebrow . this style will be easier with longer hair , but you can attempt it if you have short hair . gather some hair from the thicker side of the part . it should be perpendicular to the part , not parallel to it . split it into three sections . each one should be no thicker than your finger . cross the front strand under the middle one , then cross the back strand under the middle one . this will be the start of your dutch braid . it is very important that you cross the left and right strands under the middle one and not over , otherwise youll get a french braid instead . gather some hair from your hairline , and add it to the front section . cross the front section under the middle one . gather some hair from just behind the back section . add it to the back section , then cross it under the middle one . keep the braid about an inch 2 . 54 centimeters from your hairline . when you reach the nape of your neck , brush your hair back to hide the part , then continue adding it into the braid as before . braid across the back of your head , then stop . pull all the hair from the other side of your head into the dutch braid . finish off with a regular braid . your braid needs to be long enough to wrap around the side of your head and reach just past the part . if you hair isnt long enough for this , continue dutch braiding until you reach the part , then finish off with a regular braid . keep the braid right against the inside edge of the dutch braid . tuck the tail - end of the braid underneath the braid , then secure everything with bobby pins . use bobby pins that match your hair color . depending on your hair length , you may have to wrap the braid a few times around your head . this is perfectly fine leia herself had very long hair you are now ready to brave the cold and save your friends from at - ats and wampas . |
be confident and know how to express your feelings . dont be too emotional and never yell . have your own opinion and stick up for yourself . have a sense of humor . dont be too loud . be smart . kourtney also has her phrases . have a great sense of style . have a flawless skin , hair , nails , smell good and be clean . be healthy . | how to emulate kourtney kardashian | kourtney is known for being really open - minded , confident and brave . shes not afraid to say what she thinks , but shes always being polite to others , people like her workers and assistants . she sometimes might not be so polite to scott , or the rest of her family members , but only when shes in a fight with them . kourtney is also great at expressing her feelings - she can perfectly describe what she feels about this or that , shes never afraid to say whats bothering her , but she never goes over the top . and thats pretty amazing . you would never see kourt yelling at others . shes more of a person who would sit down and talk about things and problems very calmly and diplomatically . she also isnt very emotional - or at least she doesnt show it . you would never see her crying in front of others , shes really calm about things and she isnt the one who would suddenly become moody or depressed . she sometimes gets a bit dramatic - but she never screams her head off or starts bawling and sobbing . kourtney doesnt let everyone tell her off or make her do things she doesnt think that are right . she knows what she wants and she doesnt really care about what others think of it . she would never let anyone push her around . though she still isnt always right and she knows it , so if she makes a mistake - she apologizes and admits that she was wrong . thats another great feature - being able to admit that you were wrong . but never let anyone tell you that you cant do it and put you down . stick up for yourself and for the people you love - never let your loved ones be hurt . kourtney is known to be really funny sometimes . like , for example , when they were all in bora bora , and everyone came except from khloe , and kris started talking about her , kourt was like what we have another sister how could you keep this from us , mom , laughing . she tends to be pretty serious , but she knows how to do a great prank or laugh kourtney is hilarious sometimes , but she never goes over the top and shes never the one who gets into a scandal . shes not the major party animal , she doesnt get drunk , you wont see her being irresponsible or careless - shes really well organized and she knows her priorities . kourtney is well - educated and smart . shes very polite , she has great manners . when shes pissed off , she usually says whatever , youre so annoying , im done with this conversation , thats really not funny , youve stepped over the top this time and im not sure whether i wanna be with you in this place right now . though she never yells , she just rather says it in an annoyed tone . kourtney is very fashionable and stylish . her outfits are very chic , shes always looking absolutely flipping gorgeous . look over some stuff online and see her outfits - then try to copy some of them , adding a touch of your own style . for makeup - just dont go over the top . kourtney is very classyedgy . it depends , of course - shes sometimes wearing bold red lipstick , and sometimes shes just putting on some lip balm . but never go for the emo or the goth looks , cause theyre so not kourt . just take care of yourself use products that are best for you , shower daily , do your manicure and pedicure , protect and style your hair , use deodorant , and drink many water dont starve yourself to lose weight and be skinny like kourtney . thats not something she would do . rather than that - eat healthier and exercise kourtney exercises , and shes not the one whod eat hamburgers every day . |
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