Is 34 too old to start as a pilot, definitely not.
But for a cadet program where many pilots apply and you don't meet the requirements, like 212 said, you won't even make it through the first selection.
Reality is, they get quite a few applications and the first selection before they even look at your resume details is to check if you meet the basic requirements. If you don't meet them, it's straight into the bin and not even a thank you for your interest in blabla.
Only solution could be, visit them, introduce yourself and that could put you back on the pile for the 2nd selection.
Other option is an investment, pay for the training yourself, PPL-CPL-IR and then knock on every door in Aberdeen. Will cost you something north of 125k (been a while since I checked) I guess but being 34, you'll probably return that investment in a few years and current regulations let you fly the big stuff till you are 65 so still a very good timeframe to have a great career.
1500 for a pilot selection day, well guess that's them in Leicester....
Last edited by Ovc000; 17th August 2023 at 13:17.