I think alot of people forget how hard it was to break into heli scene.... You can not get a job with low hours and you can not get hours with out a job.....
I say go for it, work your arse of to get there and the money will come in turn.... that is just the way it is in this industry. It is a real struggle when you first start off. All the guy's that say Do not go for it, are obviously sitting pretty on the hours needed. Like everyone said, if you do not do it someone else that is thirsty will.
Take every oppertunity that comes knocking!!!!