Originally Posted by
ChemtrailArtist
I had a 45 year old, a 53 year old and even a 58 year old in my new hire pilot class at SkyWest. What do they all have in common? They all still fly for SkyWest, love what they do and don’t regret the career change (with exception of the 58 year old dude as he has since retired)
That being said by all means follow your dreams! Even with the industry in its current state, by the time you reach part 121 hiring mins the regionals will likely be hiring again.
Solid advice. Follow your desire. You have 29 years left for airlines. After that there are plenty of solid 135, fractional, and 91 operators to work for. Some 121's even let guys stay on as instructors after retirement.
If you knock out your ratings and keep yourself busy you'll be ready for when hiring resumes.
Good luck.