Hi Airguy, im also considering regional airline academy in FL, it seems to have a great course selection when compared to some other flight schools i have checked into.  (i was recently on the phone with one of their recruiters and they mentioned how they are also developing a cross country flight course)

I dont know much about it other than what ive read on the internet and i have a visit scheduled in march.

Im just checking in on this thread to see if anyone else posts helpful information

I'm in a similar situation (but i live upstate in Buffalo) I have not found any flight schools in the area that seem to prepare a pilot for an airline job as well as the schools in florida or in the southwest.  Hopefully someone can answer who has more information.

I also would like to stay in this region but at this time it looks like i will end up going down to FL.

Hi everyone, just wanted to introduce myself.  I'm 22 from Buffalo, NY and finishing up my BA degree.  After i complete my degree i am planning on attending a flight academy with the hopes of becoming a pilot for a regional airline after completion.

I found this site in one of my numerous online searches for information on piloting.  I look forward to talking to people and gaining as much information as i can.