If I want to become a pilot, they I won't have enough time to spend with my family right?
414617
Not Exactly. But when you work you must devote your FULL LIFE to the plane. Error mean dies
971710
You would take an aptitude test to see what you'd be good at then they'd decide. If you were drafted it would probably be for two years and that would not give you time to go to military flight training so I suspect you would be placed somewhere in aviation other than as a pilot. If it came to being drafted you might be better off enlisting to be a pilot although it would be for a longer term.
948154
There are some really nice pilot training schools throughout the country.  Not sure if there is one in Texas though.  The pay is fairly good, but like long distance truck drivers, if you count the time you are not actually at home, then that alone narrows it down to a lower pay scale.  If you had an email address posted, I would ask a few people whom I know, then I would tell you.  But you don't, so I can't.  Click on my avatar, and email me.  I can get back to you as soon as I can.  See ya.
974983
My daughter joined 2 years ago, and loves it.  Flight School bites -- don't go during the "summer", which is roughly April - October!\n\nI'll introduce you to my daughter if you can't find others.  \n\nBTW - you can either suffer now, or suffer later.  If you are out of shape when you go into flight school, you're gonna regret it.  If you can run 2 miles in less than 16 minutes, and do a good number of pushups and crunches and stuff before you go, then you'll have a much easier time.  In fact, you might actually enjoy the running.
1032105
If you are of age I see no reason why not.....Your family is probably just worried..There is alot of stuff going on these days and they might just be trying to protect you...Talk to them and tell them how you feel
184238
Speaking of aviation, I think most people respect us.  As to those who might not, we really don't much care.  We are who we are, and for 46 years piloting has served me well.  The service we provide is in high demand by those who wish to travel quickly.  If they didn't respect us, I doubt they'd put their lives in our hands.  One man's opinion.
354275
Yes, but I don't see where you'd have time.  There are plenty of regulations that explain how much precedence the military takes ove anything else you happen to have going on.
144440
no problem whatsoever, just so long as you are not trying to start a new family, it would be real unfair to the kids you could have, if this is part of your master plan.
302580
you follow your mind what you think is right for you not your family. if you feel its worng then its worng. if you feel it right its right. trust in God  he will drict your path. he want lead you down the wrong road. you have to think who's going to take care of you when you become an adult. think of you goals for your future and do what it take to achive them. but you only in the 10th you also have next year to study if you haven't seen you parent i really belive you should go see them.you can take if information with you to study for sat's that a good idea.
112563
When its time, God will call them home.  When our job is done here on this earth, then we must go.  Only God knows.  The more time you spend wondering, is time not being spent with your loved ones.  Cherish what you have, NOW.  Live and love everyday like it was your last.  Who knows, maybe my last job here on earth, was to answer this question.  Tomorrow on my drive to work, it could be time for me to go.  So now, I must call my mother and father, and tell them good night, and I love them.  Cherish your yesterdays, dream of your tomorrows, but live today for those dreams of tomorrow.
295127
No.  Your family will always be your family.  They will always be there for you and only want the best for you.
133861
Being a pilot is fun, especially if you love to travel. There is always someplace new to see and the view is great. \nAn aspiring civilian pilot can do their flight training and earn their licenses & ratings via these routes:\n\nA university aviation program (career track)\nAn aviation academy program (career track)\nA local flight school or flying club (career track OR recreational pilot)\n\nIf you simply want to be a Private Pilot, you should go to your local airport and investigate the schools or clubs on the field. Then get PPL course and rate info from each. Not all schools or clubs charge the same prices. Some are much more expensive than others.\n\nTo become a Private Pilot in the USA you must:\n1)meet the physical/medical requirements\n2)pass a written examnation*\n3)log a minimum of 40 hours of flight time (10 alone as a student and at least 20 with an instructor)\n4)pass an oral exam*\n5)pass a flight test\n\n*study for these tests can be one on one with an instructor or be taken via a 'ground school' course.\n\nMy flight training and pilot career website addresses How To Become A Pilot, espcially for those on the career track. Visit: http://www.geocities.com/av8trxx99/FAQ.html\n\nGet additional info at these links:\nhttp://flightinfo.com/learntofly.html\nhttp://www.aopa.org/learntofly/startfly\nhttp://www.beapilot.com\nhttp://www.jetcareers.com
197749
If you don't want to study, then you do not want to be a pilot. There is an enromous amount of study involved in becoming a pilot and continually there after. Airline captains are also required to go back to school twice a year and take proficiency exams and simulator evaluations. If they fail, they can lose their job.
1068827
what about fulfilling your own dream?  It's not fair to you to have your parents live through you.\n\n\nThere are tons of scholarships that go unclaimed each year. Many $400, $500 or $1000 scholarships never even get applied for because people think it's chump change and not worth applying for. Well, get a few of those $500 scholarships and it'll really make a dent in your tuition bill.\n\nDo a search on scholarships, search your major, your ethnic heritage, your town, your parents employers, your employer, hobbies, high school, local chamber of commerce/rotary/ lion's club etc. Left-handed? There is a scholarship out there for you! Older woman returning to school? There are scholarships out there for you. Do combined searches on more than one criteria "hispanic women aviation scholarships" etc.\n\nGo to the library and ask the reference librarian for a reference book on scholarships. They usually have more than one. There are all kinds of scholarships out there, you just have to start applying yourself and make it your summer career to send out letters everyday for scholarships. Good luck!
764524
I wouldnt rekomend that. Children needs its parents all of the time. The younger the more they need them. If youre interested in the military, maybe there is some jobs for civilians in your country? Johan
185796
Ya this is real problem, my friends and sibs don't have enough time for me after their marr, worst is after kids, my sis is always behind them and wants to be this nice homemaker! Even if she finds time to talk she always brings up her family issues!/// Well on the other hand my sis's hubby is a nice guy..but we have very few family gatherings..may be thats how things work after marr///
1174740
The percentage of commercial pilots who were military is not as high as answerer 1 states.  There are many flight schools in the USA. Pick up a FLYING magazine to get an idea of what is out there. Look at your local flight school and see if they have packages.  There are some cheaper flight schools in Oklahoma, that is where I trained for part of mine. Universities will suck you dry of $.  Find an accelerated, affordable, guaranteed program for a fixed price regardless of how many hours it takes. They will get you through quicker when their meter is running instead of running up your meter.  Do the training in chunks if you can't afford all of it. Get $3,000 cash and approach a flight school with a lump sum. Get things in writing. Finish your private, then move on to the Instrument. Build some time, get your commercial and get your CFI certificate as soon as possible. Flight instruction is the best way to build your time, your knowledge and your competency. You might try www.cfischool.com