Originally Posted by
Bernoulli Fan
I posted this on that "other" pilot forum. Couldn't remember if linking to them was considered bad taste, so I copy-pasted:
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In case it can benefit anyone, here is how I went from zero time to Comm ASEL/AMEL, IRA, CFI/II:
Private: Part 61 FBO, Sheridan, WY
Instrument: Part 61 FBO, Pacoima, CA
Comm ASEL: Part 61 FBO, Pacoima, CA
Comm AMEL: Part 61 FBO, Van Nuys, CA
CFI/II: American Flyers, Santa Monica, CA
Total time: 1 year, 10 months
Total cost: $39,154.41
I never used the sim for anything, and I accomplished all the ratings with pretty close to the minimum required times. However, I did do most of my training in the expensive Los Angeles area. Conclusion: ATP is overpriced. Take your time and enjoy it.
I'm not saying what I did is perfect for everyone, just food for thought. Feel free to PM if you have any questions. Have fun out there.
Thanks for that. That really helps.
I also live in L.A. area. In fact, my place is only about 5 minutes from LAX! Great place to be if you're an aviation enthusiast. I sometimes go to Imperial Hill to do some plane spotting. Gotta love the awesome weather out here. Sorry I digress...
So I'm guessing I'll be training in one of the FBO's in either Santa Monica or Long Beach. I'd like to get some money saved before though. Do you have any recommendations for FBO's?