Sheldon,

If you only have about 12 hours in your logbook, I would suggest you begin by recommencing your flight training. Aviation has changed quite a bit in the past few years, so you'll need to know a bit more about what the industry has to offer before you make such a big decision. Not to discourage your dream, but during your training you might discover that aviation isn't something you want to do full time.

Personally, the ability to earn a law degree on someone else's nickel would be hard for me to walk away from. Even if you later decide not to practice law forever, you'll still have a degree you'd be able to fall back on. These days, having an MBA or JD isn't a guarantee of a good job, but having both will open many doors to you that aren't available to the average person.

What you said about having your own firm and being able to fly privately is a viable way to get your dose of aviation. John Travolta has spent his career in front of the camera, yet he still flies jets regularly. Unlike airline pilots, he gets to decide when and where to fly.

Take a little time to weigh the pros and cons of your situation. Regardless of what you ultimately decide, just make sure you fully understand what you'll be giving up.

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