Originally Posted by np241213

Hey guys!

I'm planning on going to flight school in San Diego and want to see if anyone in this thread has recommendations on where to go in San Diego and whether they feel like Part 61 or Part 141 is going to be a cheaper/quicker route. I've seen a lot of mixed answers on Google and want to get answers from people on an actual pilot forum. My goal is to fly for the airlines as quickly as possible.

My plan was to do my ground school using Sporty's and do Part 61 with either Learn to Fly San Diego or New Vision Aviation through Plus One Flyers Club, but I found out I can get some money through my GI Bill if I go through 141. Although since I'm in the Select Reserve it's only $392/ month so I'm not sure it's even worth it, plus I only have 18 months of it and it doesn't cover PPL so it'll be closer to 14 months. Especially after this Coronavirus situation, I'm trying to be extra careful with cost and getting my license as quickly as possible. If anyone has any advice, I'd really appreciate it.

Also, does anyone have any recommendations for the best loan options out there? Vendor, etc. I just graduated college and I'm paying for this all on my own so need a good size loan.

Thanks again guys!