Originally Posted by
norskman2
Lots of good reasons. It's FAR, WX, W&B and other knowledge he'll need on the line. It's valid indefinitely as long as he's employed 121. Some regionals prefer an ATP written when interviewing and hiring. And it shows initiative, drive and passion for aviation. Do it!
so does gaining enough experience to be a safe, reliable and respectable aviator. most of that "knowledge in theory" is useless on the line anyway, experience is what is valuable out there. So, I agree with the rest of the group trying to send you on the right path, you are not ready.