Mate, if it’s a passion and you are FINANCIALLY sound then simply go for it.
I flew with a bloke not long ago who had only just got back into aviation after a looooong time and he is 50 and flying turbo props.
There will be many pros and cons listed here, but don’t live life with regrets (again if you can afford it).
Leave without pay or long service leave from your current job?
Go for it!
P.s. Not a bad midlife crisis, better than a Lambo, Harley or younger erm… all of which would probably cost more!
Last edited by Global Aviator; 24th November 2023 at 19:04.
Reason: Added the last bit :)