"For you guys looking to do this JAA/FAA/JAA route in Long Beach, I'd recommend ACF - the instructors are dedicated, motivated and highly experienced."
I couldn't agree more with this comment - and all the other good things said about ACF. I did FAA CPL and IR training/tests in LGB with ACF during the summer of 2004, then came back to the UK to convert to JAR fATPL.
BTW, I have no link with ACF other than being a very satisfied customer.