Richard,
Thanks for the answer. I think it is now wise for anybody coming over from Europe to do any sort of flying "course" to obtain a student visa. I would not have said that prior to Sep 11th, now it's too much of a risk to be knocked back at US immigration, even if the INS officer's decision is not technically valid.
I guess if I came to your place and wanted to rent a plane, as I cannot prove citizenship, there would be a good chance I would have to take my business elsewhere! As I cannot yet see Americans accepting the goverment telling them they have to carry citizenship papers, I suspect the only other option is some sort of 'pre-screening' for all individuals who want to rent a small plane. Bit of a hassle, I guess they could use the systems they are setting up/are in place for firearms purchase, still doesn't stop bad people with clean records learning how to fly.
I haven't had problems renting planes since 9/11 when I've been travelling around the US. Of course I don't appear to be a stereotypical terrorist, and all places are still pleased to see me. I am sure this is of great importance to you, and I think it would be a tragedy to see your business suffer.
Cheers
approachto19
I'm not sure what "bandwagon" I am on here, I'm just posting what I believe is a clarification, and also asking questions of somebody who owns a place that rents planes out. You may not want to know the answers, but I can tell others may be interested, I certainly am.
I would guess that in the current climate, Schools which are in breach of immigration procedures will be getting a visit from the Feds. That is a good thing, but has nothing to do with the article or this thread, I believe.
I'm not sure what the rest of your post has got to do with anything I have said about the matter, but I am always open to discussion if you can provide some hints
I understand you are required to carry photo ID in Belgium, in the US we are not, maybe that will help you understand what I am getting at. Different country, different constitution, different lots of things. Not always better, not always worse, just different.
cheers.