Originally Posted by
rickair7777
In your case it doesn't make financial sense. If everything went smoothly, you'd be ahead financially in the long term but taking into account the risks and time-value of money it's hard to make the case.
You'd need another motivation like hating your job and/or loving flying.
But also need to consider the stability of your current industry, things like real estate and construction tend to be feast or famine. Some industries prefer younger workers, and you'll likely get your walking papers after age 50.
I certainly love flying and that is the motivation. Plus I’ve wanted to be an airline pilot since I was a kid. Don’t hate my job (or love it) but the negatives are offset by the income. However, it is a sales job so not a long term guarantee like other fields.
The hard part is envisioning the first five years of the switch being in my 30s. If a career stall for whatever reason happened I would be kicking myself for doing it. My cousin was just awarded Capt at a major and thinks I’m crazy for not jumping in. Maybe soon!! Thanks for your input.