Originally Posted by tonyj2k2

I am a 19 year old from England currently in my second year of university studying for a Bachelor of Science degree with QTS (qualified teacher status). Although I really do enjoy teaching and would not mind it as a career my dream is to become a pilot. I never really thought of a career in aviation before as my parents were both teachers and it seemed the logical process for me to become a teacher.

I have had one trial flying lesson so far and I am really keen to begin attempting to gain my PPL. I understand that realistically I will not be able to afford lessons until I have qualified as a teacher and have a job. I am currently looking round local flying schools and there seems to be a wide range of prices for lessons.

Any answers to my questions or any other advice or tips would be greatly appreciated.

What sort of price should I be paying for a lesson?
Is it a realistic career?
Any advice at all on how I should go about achieving my goal to one day become a commercial pilot.