I'm working my way throught the groundschool ATPL exams at the moment and I have to admit that having went through several type rating courses in engineering it is a distinct advantage in several fields.
I also dont regret a day I have spent as an engineer it is just that I have went as far as I can happily in engineering and have decided it is time to challenge myself on pastures new. I hope that having taken the time off to get the PPL, and now that the FAA IR knocks the 40hrs off the required 55 I will have saved enough to get through the struggle.
Keep flying..
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