You have the right attitude, and yes it goes without saying that the GA industry of aviation though difficult and not the best pay is some of the best flying you will encounter.
Starting at a flying school is something I did worked up my hours and now fly twin engine charter, on not so bad salary.
Word of wisdom though, work on getting your 500 twin time after the 210's before going onto a caravan though turbine is good, twin is better
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Goodluck
