In addition to what others have said, a good student/instructor
relationship depends on how compatible both individuals are and whether the
teaching style is compatible with the students learning style. I have had
excellent results with 30,000hr CFIs and with 300hr CFIs so it is not just a
matter of experience.

Mike
MU-2


"Janis Hidiki" wrote in message
oups.com...
Recently decided to go for my private's license after all these years
of waiting for time and money.
But it seems like one has to just "hunt & peck" for a good instructor.
True?

How can you tell if an instructor has a good (or any) track record?
Does the FAA keep track of instructors' success rate?
Or is there somewhere online where one can find recommendations from
past students?

Is it really "buyer beware" ?
TIA
Janis