It seems to be a rather odd process at this point. I wouldn't want to
make that call as a CFI.

Personally, I sit in the position of really wanting to fly AngelFlight
missions, but being underqualfied (at least for AF West). I am
currently PP-ASEL-IA, with a partnership in a 182. I have been flying
about three years and have about 275 hours (200+ in the same 182). I
didn't fly all that much my first year, but my currency has been
getting better and better. Getting the IA this year means I flew 60+
hours in the past three months.

But, without 300 hours or a CP certificate, I'm out of luck. And I am
impatient! But, I guess I can wait a couple of more months. I suppose
it will get me off my butt to do the Commercial.

Cheers,
--Chris