Dear Buggington
At least you are seeking advice from the right people before making this decision. I commend you for that but your naivity is clear.
You are so young but I also completely empathise with your predicament.
Back in the early 1990s when I started training in earnest there were no jobs and perhaps, more importantly, no access to large sums of money.
I didn't really enjoy college or want to go to university either. I too had started a PPL and instead chose to find work that at least would pay for that and perhaps give me some social life whilst living at home.
Remember, at your age you should be enjoying yourself. Getting drunk, getting laid, having fun.
The advice on this thread is spot on.
I honestly believe that the best pilots I work with are those who have had some previous career or employment and with that bring skills, experience and maturity to the job.
One last thing. Do not assume that you would be able to live at home and work for ARL. The vast majority of cadets, with easyjet, are not at their "home" base and must rent some accommodation locally.
Good luck with whatever you decide.
Last edited by Man Flex; 25th Feb 2013 at 11:12.