Originally Posted by BillDougy

I am a 32 y/o firefighter/paramedic currently with 18 years before retirement is an option (private pension years prior to current department didn't count) and I am looking at a new career as a commercial pilot due to earning potential and boredom after 14 years fighting fire. Question I have is related to pay and job opportunities as well as training leading up to getting a ticket for a regional. Is starting pay really in the 60k range or is that just including bonuses as a marketing gimmick? What is the time line from start to finish of required training. Is a bachelors degree required for the flow to a legacy? Thanks in advance.