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Again, sorry for my ignorance, but this is a genuine question from a 1,200 hr CFI.[/QUOTE]

First off, please don't take this as condescending or demeaning, but this really shows there is a lack of understanding at the CFI / pre regional level.

I know most of you guys are wrapped up in teaching international students and dreaming about ditching the cessna for a jet, we've all been there. But please take the time to educate yourselves on what is going on at the regionals. Don't listen to the B.S. propaganda your flight school dishes out.

Someone on here took the time to start a stop the whipsaw movement. Another took the time to build a site called "the truth about the profession." The Truth About the Profession - Home

Do your self a favor and do some research. Look at every company closely and weed out the ones that are looking to bring this industry down even further.

Spread the word.