I'm just trying to get some ideas that will at least be applicable to my career and have recognized the "eggs in one basket" theory. However, I wouldn't necessarily consider meteorology as narrowing my job options to only aviation. It is highly applicable to aviation, but if I need to get out, I can go work for a TV station, NOAA, etc.

I have thought about just getting a general MBA, or even one in aviation management, but I too can not get excited about a "dilbert" job.

A bunch of schools, even the non-aviation state schools, have programs in aeronautical based human factors. Seems kind of fun, and I could go work for NASA.

Thanks guys.