While I'm not against the run of the mill FBO there are a few things to consider. 1) you don't always have aircraft availible and if you do, you can't fly them three times that day probably 2) you won't get to fly through California, Nevada, Arizona, Texas, Mississippi, Florida, and back to build your XC time. 3) When I take my FBO's airplane somewhere and the alternator breaks, I end up paying for them to come out and fix it or mail a new part. This is the reality of "mom and pop" FBOs.

And please show me an FBO where I can rent a 2005 PA44-180 w/ dual GNS 430s (WAAS on the way) wet for $200 an hour. Especially if it's near AZ.