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Do
they work? Is it the best training alternative for you? Can
you absorb the material quickly enough?
Accelerated
training programs have been around for a long time. All segments
of the aviation industry use accelerated training models from Airlines
to Corporate
Flight Departments to the Military. So we all know it
works. The intensity of such
training programs nearly guarantees the lessons will last a
lifetime.
Accelerated programs tend to come with fixed costs so the value of such
programs is in your ability to get as much as possible in the allotted
time. In addition, the fast pace of such program guarantees that
you'll spend less time reviewing previously learned skills.
Within
the world of FAA certification, all applicants must meet the PTS
requirements.
No matter what training program you enter, the result must be the
same.
How quickly and completely you accomplish the practical skills is
entirely
up to you.
What's
your motivation in considering an accelerated training program?
Perhaps
you work full-time and tried the one lesson per week method. It
works
for many but sometimes the weight of daily pressure causes your
training
effort to be put on the back burner. If this is the case, seek a
training program that is structured, efficient, and gets you through
the
training in the most cost effective way.
Don't
be fooled, accelerated programs are hard work and require you to
achieve
the same knowledge in a short period of time compared to other students
who might take six months to do the same thing. Are you ready for
the intensity of such programs? Can you commit 8-10 hours per day
to such training? Can you make the training program your life for
that given period of time? Do you have a disciplined personal
commitment
that can drive the process? For sure, accelerated programs do not
spoon-feed you the information so you must face the task with a driven
persistence.
Don't
be intimidated however. Accelerated programs, which are organized
and complete, will get you through the required skills and material in
the shortest amount of time. They tend to be extremely efficient
if you are prepared to devote your maximum attention to the curriculum.
The
instructor presenting the course benefits also: maximum
efficiency
of his time, up front payment, high probability of success in training
the student, highly motivated student, and a fixed schedule for the
duration
of the training. The managed training schedule allows a flight
instructor
to focus on producing the very best, skilled pilot.
The
challenges to the student are tremendous and are measured by your level
of commitment. Individuals who do not realistically prepare for
the
level of effort required often want to quit. Have an honest, open
discussion with your instructor. He's a professional who
understands
the challenges you face and is likely to have the techniques to get you
past the current hurdle. Ultimately its up to you because the
program
is what you make it.
What
does it cost? Below are Accelerated Training Programs that
utilize
your aircraft for training.
How does this compare with
other programs?
Accelerated Instrument Ratings
This program is very competitive with other programs. Compare for
yourself:
7-day
IFR finish up training & IFR Adventure, $3,000 + your plane
10-day IFR Instrument Rating
Training & IFR Adventure, $3,500 + your plane
Glass Cockpit, $3500 or $5950 + your plane + 500/day extra days
SPIFR,
OUT OF BUSINESS
Gatts, $5,550 + your plane
2-Eagle,
$4,995 + your plane
7-day
IFR.COM, $4,500 + your plane
AFIT, $4,950 + your plane
AFT, $3500 + your plane + 500/day extra days
SafePilot.COM,
$5,500 + up to 15
in your plane + 785/day extra days
IFRSolutions.COM,
$4,500 + your plane
PIC, $6,250 + your plane
Why is it so much cheaper? No advertising, no $3,000 glossy ads
in
magazines, and low overhead. What's it like to save $1000 or more
compared to other programs? Its enough to pay the fuel/oil for
your next big trip!
Why is this program so much
cheaper? No advertising, no $3,000 ads in
magazines, low overhead. What's it like to save $1000 or more
compared
to other programs? Its enough to pay the fuel/oil for
your next big trip!
Accelerated CFI Training
14-Day CFI, cfidarren.com, $2,000
10-Day CFI, Airman, $4,500
7-Day CFI, Sheble, $3,995 (several have had terrible experiences
here, including me!)
9-Day CFI, Double Eagle, $3,995
"Instrument
flying is an unnatural act probably punishable by God."
—
Gordon Baxter
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