Take lessons, didn't take my first lesson until I was 25. Get a job at the local airport or commuter airline pumping gas, loading, bags, etc., work hard get to know the local profressional pilots. At least 2 year college degree. Get your ratings, eat and sleep flying, beg flight time anyway you can. You'll be suprised how much free or cheap flying will come your way. Get muti-time any way you can. Good Luck.