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SW burbs, there was a Groupon for the PWK ones, saved a bit that way.

Thanks, I’ve read it over a bit and will read more but from what I’ve seen I have no issues that stand out. Had a couple spine fusions but that’s the worst but really good idea for the consult, I didn’t know that was an option.

Well, I’m old enough now to know that one and have learned how to learn a bit over the decades. It’s a ton of info though and it’s moving at light speed, it’ll just take time. And a good instructor.

Excellent info, I’ll call over to Clow, it’s closer anyways.

I have them bookmarked to look at actually. Back when Gauntlet Warbirds was there I flew in a T-6 a couple times there. Little far for me but not imposible.

No, that’s next on the list, found a doc in Willowbrook (which is close).

Thanks. I live in the SW ‘burbs but am certainly willing to drive. I’m close to KMDW, maybe 15 minutes in non-rush traffic, 30 from KORD and could get to KARR, KDPA, KPWK and KLOT easily and nearly any other one in 60-90 minutes depending on traffic. Though, I wouldn’t mind being away from the...

So I guess I just hit the ‘Net and start calling around or are there places to look for CFI’s, maybe ones that meet certain criteria (like time doing it)?

I can totally see the established, career, instructor. One of the young guys I had on a discovery flight seemed like he was just eyeing flying jets and did what he had to do to get there. Wasn’t terribly comfortable with him.

I can schedule 3 of 4 weekends so if weather sucks on Saturday I can keep Sunday open to fly. Just need an instructor that can work with me. Cold I don’t mind, it’s Chicago.

I was mentally adding up 12-18 months depending on weather, now would be bad, Chicago winter... Would also depend on how long I learn things, etc.

I could schedule 1 a week max right now. Wish I could do more but my work commute consumes a part-time job and basically eliminates weekdays. Also have some weekend commitments that can’t be changed including work once every 4 weeks being on call.

I’m guessing this isn’t anything new but I’m a middle-aged guy that’s wanted to learn to fly forever and now might actually have the ability (time and money) to learn. I’ve always loved aviation, built model and RC planes growing up, have gone to any airshow I can get to and over the past decade...