Hello everyone.
It's a bit of a long post but all replies appreciated (even the harsh ones
).
I have been viewing these forums for sometime now so have a good idea of the cost and training paths involved in gaining a commercial pilot's license.
I am 30 years old and currently work in the construction industry as a self-employed tradesman.
I have had always had a desire to fly for a living and am now in a position financially to begin modular training.
Over the years I have had 3 trial lessons and also done a bit of gliding which totalled about 10 flights, all of the instructors have commented that I have a natural aptitude for flying.
I am fully aware of the job market and all the qualified pilot's out of work at the moment but feel if I don't try I will always regret it.
My plan is to gain my ppl do the commercial exams and then do the expensive stuff hopefully over about three years.
My biggest concern is that I left school with average gcse's, no a levels.
If I gain all my licenses will my lack of academic qualifications hamper my chances of a job?
Many thanks