Thank you for the detailed and honest response. It is because I am aware of my age that I enquired with a senior figure at EasyJet as to my prospects. His view was very different in as much as - If we can get 10 years out of a pilot nowadays, we are happy. And was advised to make an application when ready.
Notwithstanding his response, I agree with you my age might be an issue which is why I was veering initially towards turboprop operators for the reasons you mentioned.
I will be considering these too.
Can you please expand on this area from your knowledge/experience, companies, names, etc....If I get an offer from one of these I would seriously consider.
Thanks