A career in aviation
I wonder how many professional pilots look back and say, ' If I had my time again I'd do something different and fly for pleasure when I want to'.
I wonder how many golf pro's are happy in their work?
I stopped short of the Commercial back in the 70's and have flown privately since.
I can fly my 4 fixed wing aircraft ( and shortly my new R44) when I want to.
The path to success in your own business is tough but the rewards are far greater than you can ever dream of as a pilot.
Why is it also that so many retired airline pilots are grouchy old gits? I reckon they missed something in their lives.
Couple that with the high divorce rate and the reduced life expectancy...
All I would say is, 'If you are passionate about flying theres nothing better than to enjoy your passion when you alone want to. There are other paths to aviation fulfilment and certainly more money for the essentials in life.
Want a job flying me and my staff ( 35 lovely ladies) around in the new R44? Its yours.
You want paying?
I'll have a deal with you. I wont charge you for the priviledge - get a job evenings and weekends to pay the mortgage and your £50k training loan off.
I bet I get lots of offers.
HP