Old guy here,

I’m a retired firefighter/medic. Always wanted a flying career. Financed my own flying and was able to fly part time (off duty days) corporate for several years, Citation Bravo.... loved it! Awesome company and pilot group.

Worked my career until the day I could draw full pension and then pulled the plug. The fire service treated me well, put two kids through college, married 35 years (in a row, to the same woman)and am now looking towards the next flying adventure. Lucky not smart....

What I could have done better...
* got the CFI, CFII & MEI
* finished my bachelors degree
* worked harder

Never achieved the big dream of working for a major but I am still flying and looking for the next adventure. Probably a full time corporate gig... who knows.

Have fun and enjoy the journey, either way I think you win.

Take care and be safe!

Griff