Can you start a career in flying as a Air pilot at 37 years of age, what mitigates agisnt this?
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You could, however it would e very difficult- especially if you have a family and debt. The training runs $40K-80K depending on the route and you start out making less than $20K a year. I was a career changer at age 32, so I can tell you! Unless you are single with substantial savings or have a spouse that can support the family for a few years it will be very, very difficult financially. Mandatory retirement age is 60, so you would only have about 20 years left. You may or may not ever make it to a major airline captains seat. \n\nGo to this site for more information- http://www.jetcareers.com\nThat site has message boards with a career changers forum. Your question has been asked and addressed there many, many times.\n\nAlso, check out my site for some good advice on training and what the career is really like- http://www.geocities.com/av8trxx99/FAQ.html
502059
Join the Army and become a paratrooper.  Not many things out there more riskier than jumping from a plane while in flight.
488755
You could be wasting them on a battlefield or six feet under for that matter.\n\nI was close to 31, with our first child on the scene before i 'woke up'. Over the last 5 years, i have been involved in 7 new companies and have no problems whatsoever with career.\n\nI believe it helps to forget about material aims such as money, cars, etc and to focus on genuine goals. If you haven't already developed a vision and some life goals, then you MUST do this right now!\n\nRecently i came across a fantastic learning opportunity that can certainly help in this area (it has certainly reinvigorated my business life). If you would like some information, please let me know.\n\nYour life is yours 100%. Take control of it!\n\nAll the best.\n\nCheers\nAlister\nhttp://www.marketscience.com.au
1053460
I'd recommend joining the Navy.  While serving your country, you will also be given the opportunity to attend university (paid for by the US government in most cases), learn a trade (or two), see the world, achieve a sense of accomplishment, and meet many new friends.  You will have a lifelong community of support also.  You should also keep in mind that at age 46 you could retire and then start a new career!  There are many advantages of a military life; however, one disadvantage of a Navy career is the inability to bring your wife (if you plan on marrying) with you on most tours of duty.
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Firstly, you DO NOT have to go to an aviation university to become an airline pilot! (Don't let the ERAU marketing folks feed you too much of their Kool-Aid!) Many do as they are interested in aviation, so they figure they may as well major in it. However, it is NOT necesary. In fact, many suggest getting a degree in any subject other than aviation in case you ever find yourself laid off (like so many did after 9/11), as an pro pilot degree is useless to the rest of the working world.\n\nSchools like ERAU are not cheap (as you have found out). I recommend transferring in after going to a 2 year college to save some money. Getting an aviation university education can set you back $80-100K. A pilot I work with went to ERAU and would not do it over again if they had to.  After the $100K, they still had to instruct to get enough time to get a regional job just like everyone else and are in massive debt. All for a job that starts out at $18,000! You can find a list of aviation schools, if you decide to go ahead with the aviation degree, at the University Aviation Association website- http://www.uaa.aero/\n\nPerhaps one will be more affordable. Otherwise you can get your degree anywhere in any subject and do your flying on your own via a school or a club. That is a viable and much less expensive route. Read my website flight training and airline flying careers for more insight-\nhttp://www.geocities.com/av8trxx99/FAQ.html\n\nAnother idea is that after you complete trainng and your 2 year, you can go to ERAU extended campus and finish your 4 year degree while you work. The classes are much cheaper than at campus and you get the ERAU name on your degree.
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In addition to base pay, which is based on rank and number of years you've been in, there are also special pays for pilots like Flight Pay.  Additionally, there are allowances for housing and food.
599416
To become a pilot you have two routes... You can either go to the air force where they will train you or  you can go to school... get a your privates license... then eventually maybe become a commercial pilot... Although it will cost thousands of dollars to get trained and some years to get the proper hours necessary to get enough hours to fly commercial.  I think the requirement for eyesight is 20/20 corrected (with glasses).  You also have to pass a physical.  Certain schools offer good flight programs if you choose the college route.  Check out Western Michigan University
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Check this out, to be a pilot, You can do about 3 thing. 1. When you get out of high school, got to college, and enroll in ROTC. That way you can get 2 things out of the way, A degree and your commission. 2. Talk to a Recruiter about OCS (officer candidate school). The 3rd option is to make Warrant Officer. In which case, you go talk to a recruiter about becoming one. The difference in being a warrant officer and a regular commissioned officer is a Warrant Is the master of his/her job. They know it and every component that makes it tick. Regular officers know just basics. I am pretty sure of this because a great friend of mine is a CW-4( Chief Warrant 4). Also remember that you can navy or army and fly as well. In fact the Navy has more pilots than the air force. The Army has more the need for helicopter pilots though. I hope that this shed a little light.
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.
65993
30 - Old enough to know what you want out of life.  Pretty set in your career.  And young enough to start a family.\n\nIf you don't want to have kids...stay single!
170522
I really wish people who don't know jack about a topic would quit posting their opinions as answers!\n\nAs long as your vision is correctable by glasses or contacts to 20/20, then \nYES YOU CAN FLY for an airline or charter operator with passengers!\n\nTo fly as a pilot you must be able to pass an FAA "First Class Medical Exam". To be eligible for the first class medical certificate the applicant must meet in general these vision requirements:\n-Distant acuity of 20/20 in each eye\n-Near vision of 20/40\n-Ability to distinguish aviation red, aviation signal green, and white.\n-Normal field of vision\n\n\nIf your vision is only correctable to a distant acuity of 20/40 in each eye with or without corrective lenses, and ear vision of 20/40 then you are only medically fit to fly recreationally and not for hire. \n\nRead about the medical exam here- http://flightinfo.com/medical.htm#1ST
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As a rule, NO! It depends on the situation, but usually people of that age have a tremendous amount of experience in their field if they have been in the same line of work for a while.  This should be utilized in order to avoid making the same sort of mistakes that can be made by a "newbie" that is still discovering the subtle nuances that every career has.  Granted, if a person cannot compete at that age and has lost the drive or enthusiasm that it takes to stay competitive, then they have no business being in that position.  Also, if that person is resistant to change and doesn't want to lead, then they are a liability. But if I were the head of a company, I would try to strike a delicate balance between seasoned veterans who are battle tested, and upstart prospects who bring loads of energy and fresh ideas to the table.  That way, everyone gets the most out of the working relationship and prosperity is abound! \nPlease excuse my optimism but I believe that people can excel when put in the right environment.
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Oh most definitely. By 35 you are so much smarter in life. But wait till you get into your 40's.
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i am going to watch this Q i am a 40ish happly married women who ia also afaird to fly .. my husband has and loves it... i've been told a hyptonise so i shall watch for your A's good luck fellow fearsom flyer
408890
Save part of the money you make as a pilot untill you have enough for the training lessons.
970730
Become a what? Did you mean pilot?...
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At your age, that's a fairly big gap.  When you're 37 and 40, it's not such a big gap.