"C J Campbell" wrote in message
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The problem is usually one of insurance. The FBO's insurer insists that
instruction be given only by instructors employed by the FBO. The FBO may
also object to providing an airplane for an instructor that it perceives
is
competing with its own business.

If you do find a private individual who is willing to rent his plane to
you
for instruction, be sure to carry your own renter's insurance. The
airplane
is required to have 100 hour inspections if used for rental.

Wrong.



Flying clubs often welcome free-lance instructors. You and your instructor
could consider joining such a club.

Actually buying an airplane and learning to fly in it can be cheaper than
renting. I have known people who did this and who ended up selling the
plane
for more than they paid for it.

This is true only if you end up selling it. Buying an airplane is not a
cost-effective way to get flight time. Renting is cheaper.