The prev post was the emotional aspect for those who want to do it….

Now the practical aspect…….

You have said that you don’t care what you fly, props, jets, charter, airlines, something anything. I think that is NOT the correct way to approach a career. I think that you should care…….

As a pilot if you were told to plan a cross country trip to somewhere, anywhere… How can you plan your route & the best, most efficient way to get to your destination, if you don’t even know your destination.

Where you are currently, Right around 950 to 1000 hrs, I think you are at such a point, at which you should take a really hard look at what is your destination? Where do you see yourself in 5, 10, 15, 20 & 25 yrs from now?? What do you ultimately want from this profession .

What kind of pilot do you want to become??
An Airline pilot either flying wide body jets 777’s etc, or domestic pilot flying the A320/B737 types who is home every evening or a corporate pilot with a good employer or a cargo pilot at FEDEX….. At the right place & with enough time in each line, all these routes can be equally rewarding & each one has it’s own pros & cons.

All are professional pilot careers but the routes are different & the difference begins right around a point of 1000 to 1200 hrs TT.

Your DESTINATION must be very clear in your mind……. Then only you can decide what your route should be.

Another suggestion, if possible, Do not quit your job but take a 6 month or 1 yr Non paid personal leave. Try flying professionally at any entry level entity depending on the route of your choice, like at a regional or Ameriflight for Cargo/ charter/ Corporate route. That way you will know if you like the flying professionally part or not.
If you like it & things are moving smooth & as planned, you can always email or fax your resignation…….

Take a decision, make sure you take the right decision, tripple check your decision & then, stick to decision no mater what…..