I'm fresh...almost....out of flying school. There are many tech based exams to take and I know from experience that a good background in science/engineering helps in understanding the principles.
The type rating as we all SHOULD know contains more tech in more detail.
At flying school we had a chap on the course who saw Aviation as a 'fun' easy way out. He could not handle the ground school and had failed many exams...in fact, he passed PoF on his fourth and final(CAA reg) attempt not to mention the others that he failed..2nd att/3rd att etc.... He thought flying an aircraft would be easy but the pressures were just too much for him. He was a complete failure and has since found refuge in business. In fact, he doesn't even want to get a PPL!
Pilots earn good money after a while yes, but one needs to appreciate that it takes a while to get there. Motivation is the force that will carry you through if you really want it as its not easy. After school, you will be faced with getting a job which is not easy especially if you do not have some sort of backing.
My conclusion: Get a trial lesson to see if you have the aptitude for it. Get a book on an ATPL theory subject from an aviation book supplier so that you can get a feel of how much learning is required. (Remember JAA has 14 subjects...75% or above is the pass mark). Get a JAA class 1 medical to see if you are fit enough...you'll be suprised as to how something 'minor'', can be made into a big issue.
Think about how you will get a job afterwards. There are loads of us unemployed guys out there..some with lots of experience and some without. The job market is tough.... Can you shine above the rest...are you prepared to work for it...
I rest my case
