Well done.
Exactly the same as me. I got my first job at 36 (last june. On a big modern fast turbo prop).
I had to wait three years to get the job. Two of those years instructing.
Anyone who says that age is not an issue for most airlines is an idiot. With or without the shiny new laws. I have heard many airline training captains say that the general opinion of thier HR dept. is that you are not trainable after 30 years of age. Dopey
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So, well done for getting the job and for fighting through some ridiculous prejudices (if you have) and good luck.