I gave up a very lucrative job at 32 to follow my dream.It took me 2 years to finish my training and 12 months to get my first job.If it wasn't for my own desire and fantastic support from my wife then I would've chucked it all in on numerous occasions during the training.However,it is still the best job I know and I've only ever had to fly jets.Last year following Sept11th I was made redundant,but got employed by one of our low costs straight away.So age is not a precludement.Go for it if you really want it,it will be worth it-but remember mistakes can be fatal.Good luck.