Originally Posted by AgonzAPC
Hello I am new here. I have a few questions. I have a BSME/AE and I want to pursue a flight career. I talked to ATP and FSI. They both seem very attractive and priced within some decent range. The main thing is my Naturalization. I have not become a Citizen yet. ATP does not do accept non-citizens anymore. I want thinking about going to FSI and work for them for the 800 hours. I could also do it at the local airport and pay around 35K to 40K, but the problem is; borrowing the money from whom...? If any of you have some heads up let me know.
Alex
Try to get your " citizenship papers" in order as quickly as time will allow. Make sure you cross all of your t's and dot your i's.
Personally, I think ATP would be a better choice based upon the amount of ME time you will receive while training. Also, when doing your X-country training...it just that..flying across the country; you and another student. What better "CRM" exposure can you get? ATP really goes distance. That was one of the aspects of the training that sold me.
atp