Sometimes a less expensive 61 will cost no more than a 141 academy. 61 is less structured and that can have advantages. Also, you can credit 50 hours in an inexpensive ground trainer towards the 250 total under 61.

There are advantages and disadvantages to going either route. Like I said, I've seen 141 programs at 190 that don't save you much over a less costly 61 school at 250.