Remember this industry can never be understood.
Why not get a cpl, by which time you may have a better view of the market. Worst case you can instruct & I would very much recommend part time, other wise spend ten grand on an IR, which is still useful and see how it goes.
CPL-FI-ATPL's - would cost you 12k not inc hour building if req'd, eat, live etc & at least you can earn something.
You never know whats round the corner.
Or why not try riding the luck wave? At least you'll come over enthusiastic
