you need to look at all the options, as a pilot in 5 years you will make 40-50k

as a lawyer, which costs a bit more, you will be making 40-50 for 5-10 years and you actually have to be GOOD at it to make more, not just cruise up the seniority list.

Also as a pilot you get to fly a plane, get 15 days a off a month, and fly a plane for a living.

As a lawyer you get to live in your office and never sleep.