Originally Posted by
de727ups
141 has lower times but can end up costing more in the long run. For example, under 61, you can use a ground trainer for 50 of the 250 for a commercial.
Then again, under 141, I was able to get my CPL in just over 180 hours (including some non-training fun flying... so probably more like 150).
It's all personal preference. I prefer part 141 because it's what I know and what I teach, but there are advantages to part 61 as well. If you're interested in a career in aviation, I would suggest part 141 because it's more similar to airline style training.