Thumbs up - what thumbs up!?
Did I miss something!? I thought Garcy just said the job was good??
He didn't seem to mention anything about getting a job on a jet in his 40s!??
And to say that you'll make it if you are willing to relocate to ME or China in your 40s is just wrong. Qatar won't take anyone experienced (non TR) who is over 40 fact. I imagine many others in the sand pit are the same, even if they don't advertise the fact.
Don't know anything about China but would be surprised if they don't restrict employment to their own nationals as soon as they possibly can.
Good luck Tizer as bloody hell you are going to need it. If you think advice from people within the industry are stamping on your dreams, then spend 2 years training, buy a ticket and join the game!
As you say, it's not impossible to get a job in your mid 40s but to get something that pays the bills is very tough indeed.
Good luck!!