Exactly in the same situation. Have 100K to spend and need ~1000lbs useful load. I started the search with C182 but now considering Piper Six and maybe a Bonanza. A partnership would make it a bit more sense and allow for additional budget, but it's not easy to find a partner or two. Almost like...
A new pilot here, looking to start a partnership with the base at KMCC, KLHM or whereabouts. Thinking about a C182 but open to other option. Anyone interested, please feel free to PM or write here.
Certainly, the benefit of going with a flight school is that you have a selection of instructors. For a PPL at least, you would ultimately need to stick with someone that works for you because he/she is the one that will be signing you off. Another aspect of it is the airplane/flight...
I am exactly in the same situation: a new private pilot starting on the instrument rating. Training primarily done in 172p. I am looking to start or join a partnership in Sacramento area with the base ideally at KMCC or L36, but KLHM would work as well. A true 4 seater, like a C182 or something...
Interesting point about the old school vs young instructors. I tried both before settling with the old school. Neither were ideal but I felt I was learning at least something with the old instructor while the young one seemed to be mostly disengaged. On the other hand, I felt so relaxed with the...