Howdy folks, not a pilot here. I'm a line mechanic at a big maintenance base in SFO. 28 years old, zero-time pilot. Got a degree with my A&P so I'm still living with a . No home obligations, just month-to-month room rent in SFO. I know I love to fly because I got 5hrs for free back in 2009 (high school), and it inspired me to pursue the mechanic's career path since I actually had experience there. I'd love to fly for the airline I currently work for, just for what little loyalty I have after two years. I don't really have any disposable income at this point, it's all combating loans and the cost of living. I currently commute to Vegas to see my fiancée, and sometimes fly to ORD and then catch SkyWest to see my birthplace and parents.

That's about as quick of a summary as I can provide.

So now my purpose here: What is my best path to eventually flying with a major airline? I've only just discovered this site, but it seems like debt is a big factor that I don't need to be carrying into unemployment and I don't have solid enough income as a mechanic to pay it off quickly. I'm looking for any suggestions or opinions you may have. I'd consider taking on more debt if I knew I could keep my head above water and fly towards my goal.

Thanks,
HW