Well I'm pretty much in line with everyone else here, but they started my systems class the Tuesday after we finished API. That probably made the biggest difference between us. I had no lag time.
How's Corpus? Hopefully you guys found a good place. Good squadron/instructor (you don't have to put up any names)?
I'll say that getting in the T-34 is worth it. I've had a blast my first four flights. Let me know if you have any questions.
-Matt