Thanks for your replies.
Basically I have a property which is a great investment in London.
If I sell to fund training I'll also have some over to reinvest. Not a massive amount but enough.
The thought is to go and follow the dream and take the highs and lows as they come.
Or to sit on an investment and be comfortable in later life. Although this would mean an unexciting and tedious work life until then.
Also what is the hope of working beyond 60 as a pilot ?