I am 29 years old, own my own business which is very successful, truthfully however I do not enjoy it, in fact I hate it.

I have been seriously considering changing careers to aviation. I have a clean record in the US, prior military service, no speeding tickets, nothing.

However I grew up abroad in the UK. When I was 19 I broke into a house and was charged with burglary. I stole a CD player. But regardless I did what I did and I take full responsibility for it I have no excuses.

I paid the fine, joined the military and turned my life around and never looked back.

Long story short, I do not want to devote considerable time and savings to something I have no chance of succeeding in. The required 10 years have elapsed as far as the FAA regulations.

I have friends in corporate aviation. Who tell me it was in another country and so long ago I should not even mention it. But they are friends, and I would like a unbiased, blunt opinion and advice hence I am here.

If in my shoes, would you look outside aviation for a career that you enjoy? Or is it still worth pursuing?