Originally Posted by BdubNYC

I honestly welcome all types of advice from everyone. It's just tough when I hear things from both sides. I have some really good friends flying for Detla, AirTran and Continental - and they all think that getting into aviation is wonderful. In fact - all of them are speculating that with the upcoming "pilot shortage crisis of 2012", that the airlines will have to start paying more to entice pilots in. This isn't bullsh@$t, this is straight from a 67 pilot at Delta.

Once again, I understand the arduous and challenging times ahead - but I've already made up my mind. The only thing I have left is the hope. Once again - thank you.

Regards