Originally Posted by
seyferthb
Hi guys, has anyone heard good (or bad) things about Phoenix East Aviation or American Flyers? I am looking to go to a part 141 school to accelerate my training. I would be starting from 0 hours. My end goal is to get in with the majors. My plan is to go to a 141 school, get all of my ratings and then find work as a cfi. In the meantime while I build hours as a cfi I would work towards my bachelors degree online (making me eligible for the majors) Does anyone see a hole or problem with this plan? Any advice is greatly appreciated.
Also what are ones opinions on starting at a regional before the majors? The sign on bonuses look very appealing. My only worry is would it slow down my progress into getting into the majors?
Haven’t looked into Phoenix but I’ve heard good things about American Flyers. You’ll be paying a pretty penny compared to your local fbo due to that premium of getting all your ratings quickly. Getting on with a regional would get you a line number, all about seniority. Your plan is solid, just like most people. It’ll take time and money but if you’ve got both you’ll be fine. Just stick with it. I’m at my local fbo paying under $50k for all my ratings through MEI. Just takes longer and I’m not taking out a large loan.
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