Originally Posted by
SonicFlyer
Yes, exactly. However if they can pass the exact same checkride, then they should be equal in the eyes of the law.
Hiring is of course a different matter.
But legally they should all be treated the same. The current rules smack of favoritism and elitism.
Have you been a student at part 61 and part 141 flight schools?
Have you taught at part 61 and part 141 flight schools?
Have you ever had an examiner who gave you a really easy checkride and one that gave you a really hard checkride?