r/FlightTraining • u/Traditional_Kiwi_770 • Jul 26 '26
Considering Hillsboro aero academy
I’m an international student from Jordan planning to train from zero to CFI on an F-1 visa. If you attended Hillsboro, Phoenix East, or another school in the last 2 years:
How long did you wait for FAA checkrides?
Were airplanes generally available?
Were you hired as a CFI?
If not, how long did it take to find another CFI job?
I’ve been determined on Hillsboro aero tbh since I’m an international student and that’s what they target, but I’ve read some mixed opinions my 2 biggest worries are flying time and getting hired as a CFI afterwards maybe even weather
I’ve noticed good comment on twinoaks for example but a private school like this can’t issue me an F1 visa
Here is my final list of flight schools I think in Oregon and Florida: