Okay, so I've read the 1,000s of threads... i've done (most of) my homework.. now I have a question.

I know that E-RAU is super expensive but so is flying in general. My question is this: Do I let the GI Bill (4 years a/d Air Force) pay for my schooling and go to Riddle or another 4 year flight school or do I get a degree at a regular 4 year institution in an unrelated field and take a large loan out to pay for my ratings and licenses and pay it off later on?

The GI Bill will NOT pay for my Private License. What they will pay for is a pilot training program associated with a four-year degree program such as a 141 op. If I were to do ERAU, I would certainly save up for my PPL and get that before I go to Daytona so that I have at least that going into it. GI Bill also pays for multi engine.

Any and all input is appreciated, thanks!

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