Originally Posted by
Puppyz
well LAFF my only problem is that you post about it as if you know all about ATP. The truth is you never trained there, the thread asked for someone who has actually been to ATP to comment. You have no direct experience with them with regards to flight training.
"I am looking for a few people to talk with that has been to ATP. Both good and bad opinions are very appreciated."
He's obviously looking for both sides of the story, at best you are providing a one sided fantasy. Let the people who have actually been to ATP provide this guy with information. There are some who liked ATP ,and some who didn't. It's important to hear both good and bad points when it comes to making a smart decision. The points you make are your own opinions which although you are entitled to, hold very little value against someone with REAL experience at ATP. There's no need to glorify ATP and hype it up, let the guy get the real deal from someone who has been there.
I've done the same thing the posted has...I've done all the research myself into the different schools. I have come to the same conclusion many have. ATP is not perfect but it is the best deal out there for flight training. You'll get what you pay for and be on your way to a aviation career.
I know 6 year CFIs that had less than 10 hours ME and a little over 1,000 hrs SE that gave up. I don't want to see someone else in that boat. I've been taken at local FBOs - I definately don't want others to go thru that experience. It sucks big time....
I'll continue to promote ATP. I suggest you add me to your ignore list if its something you want to avoid reading...
BTW - ask about ATP on flightinfo.com or expressjetpilots.com and see what type of replies you get...Well over 90% will be in favor of ATP. Even people that had issues with certain aspects of the program will tell you they would return because the package is too good to pass up...
-LAFF