Well, I find myself at a wrenching decision that I just can not bring myself to decide on. I am not a pilot, so I am not contemplating a leave from the career. However, given the thread that this is going in, I can foresee some of the responses (I just did not know where else to post this). I am actually thinking of starting my path into aviation, at 32 years of age.

I was born into the industry and left it on my own, to pursue my own goals. Here I am, already jaded from the corporate world and vowing to never return, to bust my @ZZ for the man. Should I enter aviation, I do know how expensive it would be and how long of a road it would be. However, I do not want to get into 121. I thought perhaps I would go into 135 or 91, but I found out where I would want to be. My goal in aviation would be to fly for a state Game and Fish agency. I may never get rich doing it but flying on wildlife surveys, poaching stings, etc. would be my cup of tea.

Now here is the issue..............

I am 32, which doesn't bother me, however, I have a job that I enjoy but I may only make $30K this year. Next year will probably be around 35K +, and I am starting my own Web Design/Development business. In two years or so, between the two jobs, I figure to be around $50K, while making my own schedule and planning my own life. However, I will not have a 401k, a pension fund, benefits, etc. and I will be providing my own insurance.

If the web business is successful, I can utilize it as supplemental income while I am earning my ratings and building time. I can continue to use the business, if it is successful to earn money while flying period. I am just having a difficult time trying to decide whether I should spend roughly 10K to 15K to start my own gig and see where it goes, or if I should jump into flight training while working the current job.

Again, I can understand most of the suggestions will be negative, however, I would really like to hear the opinions (both good and bad) from those who have been there. Also, what do you folks think of my current situation compared to what it may be (if the business is successful or if I enter aviation).

Thanks!