Anything bad about ATP?

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pj55

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I am currently struggling with a local FBO to get my PPL. Everything seemed to be going very well until I reached my requirements and was ready to go. Then the problems began. The strategy of delaying and trying to force me to fly as much as possible in order to maximize their profit at my cost.
I have already spent twice as much as I should have.
I was going to continue the training but now I am very concerned. Will I find an honest flight school? If not, I am not willing to risk so much money.

Can anyone please share with me any bad experiences with ATP. Are they really honest and professional? Please e-mail me at pj55@njit.edu.
 
PJ55

I received my Multi Commercial, CFII, and MEI ratings through ATP. I have absolutely nothing bad to say about them. The programs are professional, intense, and cost effective. I would give the strongest recommendation to ATP. I did some of my training through FBOs and some through ATP. I didn't have the FBO experience you are having, but I wish I had gone ATP all the way.
 
I just finished the 90 day program about a month ago in Dallas. I must say, it was a great experience and truly a top notch school. I was a little weary about spending the 35K at a school that I've never even been to, but after talking with enough people I discovered that it was a good investment. If you choose ATP I highly recommend the Dallas location. I have no complaints about the school except that they don't pay their instructors enough for the work that they do.
 
Doug I believe that is what is called an infinate loop or a recursive reference... but heck, I'm just a underpaid CFI, not a software engineer.


You probably aren't going to find too many negative stories about ATP. Sure they are out there but you will have more luck finding stories about the sucess people have had.

Ethan
 
I also did the 90 day program with ATP, and have nothing but good things to say about it (other than hiring after completing the program, for some reason I didn't get hired, despite passing every checkride first try, when others in my class, who didn't pass every ride first time, did?!). The program is very intense though, so make sure you can dedicate yourself to study every night, and live nothing but flying. But here's a thought for you about your current school.................you may have the required hours, but are you sure you're ready for the checkride? Very few people actually get their license at the 40 hr mark, and it's not because local FBO's are out to get your money. I'm a CFI at a small flight school, and we have people everyday who have 40+ hrs, but are nowhere near ready for the ride yet. I'm not saying what you're describing doesn't take place, but a lot of students have unrealistic expectations for finishing in the minimum 40 hrs, most times because upfront they're told that's all they'll need. I think to really get your license in the minimum 40 hrs, you'd have to fly at least 3-4 times per week, and really be on top of your game. Just something to think about.
 
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