I went to AFT just a few weeks ago and past my IR there. Very friendly all round. I would recommend it anytime. Of course, I didn't change schools as I had no reason to, so I have no basis for comparison.
However, as a non-military student, I was treated very well, and didn't feel I needed to be one.
Call or go and see Brian. He will show you his splendid fleet of BE76 (three of them plus another they can hire if required). All the insructors are helpful too. I hear the new sim has arrived. Not been down to play with it yet though.
IBR