WHOA...DOWN BOY!!

I read just as much (if not more) good things as I did bad things on this topic...all of it is simply helpful discussion based on experience or logical thinking. That is what forums are designed for.  Someone asked and others are telling.  Just calm down and let the forums work for those that are interested in making an informed decision.  Plus, no one is going to make a decision purely based on opinion in this forum...they will talk with the particular flight school, find out references and make an informed decision.

I am not sure but this may fall under the rules of the JAA.  Google it and see if this may be the right source for the information you are looking for.

This is the best plane I have flown so far.  Such a smooth flight with great stability.  I would take this plane on a cross country any day.

Personally I would go with the Cessna.  I don't have a formal reason other than I have flown the Cessna and love it...I have also heard that it handles better.

Check this part of the sight out..

http://pilotjourney.com/flightschools

Locate a flight school or two and give them a comparison.  Look at the aircraft fleet, customer service, professionalism, and price tag

I have read about this recently but all I remember is dependant on the Type (I, II, etc.)  Google is always a good place to start or check out the FAA website.  FAA.gov

Pretty cool sight...thanks for sharing
Spencer

There may be a few places around that still can get you a private certificate for $5000 however if you want a new fleet with quality behind the aircraft you should expect minimum $7000 but more than likely by the time it is all said an done....$8000.

Wow...surprised noone responed to this...

Here is the typical order

Private
Instrument
Commercial (Single or Multi or both)
Flight Instructor
ATP (typically, once hired by an airline)

If you skip the instrument then you are going to have restrictions placed on your Commercial Certificate.  You can do either Single or Multi Commercial first and then just add on the additional rating.  If you already have your instruement then you can incorporate the Instrument check in your commercial check ride so that you can excersie the privledges of the IFR under you commercial certificate.  Otherwise you would have a Commercial Certificate but only allowed to excersie the IFR under Private limiations.

It can be confusing but if you need a better explanation, let me know and I will try to help out.

Spencer
falconflyer

I don't know if anything specifically in Europe but you might want to check Flight Safety International and see what they have to offer.

A recent study has found out that those know glass can transition faster to the steam gauges than other way around. You shouldn't have too much of a problem.  But just like the previous post...it will certainly make you a safer pilot.

It really depends on your VISA status.  Certain flight schools (non univeristy type) are approved to train under the M-1 VISA.  Other VISA's may not apply.  Of course if you have your green card then this is also an acceptable.  It would be best to find a flight school that you know trains international students and direct your situation to them.

I would find a local school in your area to do your training.  However, if you are willing to relocate then check out a more formalized flight academy that has a FAA approved 141 course.  This means they are more structured and are more likely to have the airline contacts or some connections for career placement.

Embry R. may be a little steep at your current position seeing as you have already completed most of your college.  Just finish that up and try to find a flight academy that offers a up-to-date fleet, good customer service, and ease of aircraft scheduling.

Mike,
    Depending on your motivation, I would say that an airline career is still within your reach.  First, their are a couple of financing options available that can defer your payments until completion of the flight training.  While interest rates are not great for such loans you may also have options through your private bank (i.e. equity, etc.).  This may reduce the interest rate since it will be a secured loan.
    A more realistic total cost would be 50k-55k for a total training and you could expect a timeline of 6-8 months to complete the training and then another 6-8 months working as a Flight Instructor in order to build flight time needed by a regional airline.

    As for local flight schools, check the listing here:  www.pilotjourney.com/flightschools

    The typical loan provider for most flight schools is Sallie Mae:  www.salliemae.com but as I mentioned there may be other options you wish to explore.

   Hope this helps.

Spencer

I would suggest getting a 4 year degree from a reputible university and work on flight training simulateiouly if the student is capable.  I would also say that you do not necesarily need to get an aviation degree.  It wouild be good to have a fall back plan such as a Business or Public Administration.