ap9dm1
22nd Jul 2007, 02:01
Hello all,
New to the forum. And please accept my amatuer standing here.
38 yrs old. Just back from FTE. Fabulous introduction, fabulous place, passed the tests, passed the interviews, age was (is) a major concern.
Married, 2 kids, live in UK, lifelong dream, but I have found myself in a position financially (after all these years) where I can fund it. It would mean a drop in salary (significant), and no guarentee, worse, less chance of a job with a 1st tier airline. How far should one push their aspirations to pursue their dreams?
My concerns are ... age, does it mean I can't rekindle the studious nature required? Will I be ignored by the majors (or anyone for that matter)? What are the salary expectations over the first 5 years? and What will I be saying to myself on my death bed if I dont!!!!
Feedback most welcome,
By the way, thanks to all the cadets/folks at FTE for showing so much hospitality and a good time.
Derek.
New to the forum. And please accept my amatuer standing here.
38 yrs old. Just back from FTE. Fabulous introduction, fabulous place, passed the tests, passed the interviews, age was (is) a major concern.
Married, 2 kids, live in UK, lifelong dream, but I have found myself in a position financially (after all these years) where I can fund it. It would mean a drop in salary (significant), and no guarentee, worse, less chance of a job with a 1st tier airline. How far should one push their aspirations to pursue their dreams?
My concerns are ... age, does it mean I can't rekindle the studious nature required? Will I be ignored by the majors (or anyone for that matter)? What are the salary expectations over the first 5 years? and What will I be saying to myself on my death bed if I dont!!!!
Feedback most welcome,
By the way, thanks to all the cadets/folks at FTE for showing so much hospitality and a good time.
Derek.