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**DONOTDELETE** · March 21st, 2001, 13:27

If you come from outside and go through Phases I and II and don't make it through the interview (or past those Phases), then you have several options. Most people who haven't made it are pretty bitter, so they tend to get the hell out asap. They have the option of going wherever and doing whatever they want. Most of them aren't happy because Phase I and II cost $5000.

They could also stick around, take a CFI course and become an instructor, then interview to become an instructor with FSI. I believe that these people would still qualify for the free CFII and CMEI if they commit to 800 hrs dual given (but I'm not positive - you'd have to call and ask). In that case, they'd most likely have another shot at interviewing with ASA, and would also build the necessary time to interview with other regionals.

It seems to me that if you were selected for Phases III and IV, you will have little trouble in Phase III. At the end of Phase IV, there is a checkride in the Saab 2000 level D (full-motion) sim. If you don't pass the checkride, you are SOL. At that point, you will have spent $25000-30000. Your options are the same as above, but your wallet is SIGNIFICANTLY lighter. There are no guarantees in the program, so it's highly recommended to be VERY motivated to learn what is taught and do your absolute best.

March 21st, 2001, 13:27	#2
DONOTDELETE Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1969 Posts: 883	Re: What Happens If... If you come from outside and go through Phases I and II and don't make it through the interview (or past those Phases), then you have several options. Most people who haven't made it are pretty bitter, so they tend to get the hell out asap. They have the option of going wherever and doing whatever they want. Most of them aren't happy because Phase I and II cost $5000. They could also stick around, take a CFI course and become an instructor, then interview to become an instructor with FSI. I believe that these people would still qualify for the free CFII and CMEI if they commit to 800 hrs dual given (but I'm not positive - you'd have to call and ask). In that case, they'd most likely have another shot at interviewing with ASA, and would also build the necessary time to interview with other regionals. It seems to me that if you were selected for Phases III and IV, you will have little trouble in Phase III. At the end of Phase IV, there is a checkride in the Saab 2000 level D (full-motion) sim. If you don't pass the checkride, you are SOL. At that point, you will have spent $25000-30000. Your options are the same as above, but your wallet is SIGNIFICANTLY lighter. There are no guarantees in the program, so it's highly recommended to be VERY motivated to learn what is taught and do your absolute best.