SoCalApp - hope you don't get dizzy sitting up there on your high horse!
The people running CFT are a group of top quality instructors who have excellent reputations and track records from their previous positions at other FTOs. They have also worked together for a considerable period of time and as such are a well integrated team. Ariel's assessment is spot on.
Experience and skill transfer over from one post to the next - especially when staying within the same field. After all, that's why we have CVs (resumes in the US) and references.
Desert Strip Basher - I think that you would be hard pressed to find a better bunch, so why not go see them and get a feel for the place? Craig, Alan and Stuart will welcome a visit.