I refer to this thread in what I said, what the FTOs say is irrelevant to this thread, of course no business will tell you "don't use us!", in any industry.
Thing is, they have a reason (profit) to try and sway opinion. Whilst not forgiveable, at least they have an excuse!
Of course it works both ways, but I don't see many people on here saying "now is the best time to train....fact!"...and if I did, I'd say the same thing to them as I have just done.
If you think wannabes that visit PPRuNe are bad, you should hear about those that haven't heard anything other than the FTO spiel...they really are the eye-openers!!