I am getting ready to start pilot training and wanted some advice on flight schools in the Phoenix area. I am getting ready to retire from the Air Force and have always wanted to fly for an airline. I fell in love with aviation working the ramp at Tucson international. I then joined the Air Force to get my A&P license, which I did. I worked as a crew chief for ten years and have been a recruiter for the Air Force the last 8 1/2 years. Now that I am approaching (old age) 40, I know my flying years are numbered. I want to start pilot training before I retire and work on building my flight hours to get hired by a regional. I have looked at Pan am, Westwind, and ATP. All seem to offer very similar packages. Is there anyone out there familiar with these Flight Academies? I appreciate any input anyone can give. I love this web sight and the chance to communicate with folks that have the same passion as I.