My parents don't want me to become a pilot
03-09-2020, 08:03 PM
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I would second getting a degree not related to aviation. If you're not working during college, finishing in 3.5 years is not a problem at all. Getting a double major in 4 is very doable.
If your parents don't think becoming an airline pilot is a good career, I respect that. THEY shouldn't become airline pilots. Live your life. Despite all of the negativity you will find on this board and elsewhere, compared to the vast majority of careers it stacks up very well. At the regionals, FO wages can support a family, CA wages can provide a great lifestyle, and it just gets better at mainline. Was it better in the past? - yes. Is it still a great career choice?- yes.
If your parents don't think becoming an airline pilot is a good career, I respect that. THEY shouldn't become airline pilots. Live your life. Despite all of the negativity you will find on this board and elsewhere, compared to the vast majority of careers it stacks up very well. At the regionals, FO wages can support a family, CA wages can provide a great lifestyle, and it just gets better at mainline. Was it better in the past? - yes. Is it still a great career choice?- yes.
03-11-2020, 01:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Fatcat
Hey guys, i want to be a airline pilot but my parents thinks there's no job security, low pay and your life is at risk all the time. I really can't see myself doing anything else to be honest. Any advice would be appreciated.
Job security is MUCH better now than previous periods (especially the 1980's era of deregulation), pay has improved significantly along with safety. I've been flight instructing for over a decade and feel much safer with a student in the left seat than driving on the freeway sometimes.
The best plan of attack is to have another career as backup, maybe in STEM, IT, medical or some other field that is always in demand. Choose a double major (one in aviation and the other in some other field mentioned above) and avoid debt if possible. Be prepared to work harder than you ever imagined, sacrifice weekends/holidays and spend time away from home, living out of a suitcase.
Aviation is rewarding and enjoyable, but it is a job. The travel opportunities are incredible (especially if your are being paid at the same time) and you will experience quite a bit.
03-11-2020, 08:08 AM
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Originally Posted by cfii2007
I was much in the same position early in my flying career and ended up working in other fields through my 20's only realizing how miserable it was. I didn't start taking flying lessons until my late 20's and finally became a CFI at the age of 30. I've been flying ever since, but regret not starting sooner and having the financial resources available at a younger age.
Job security is MUCH better now than previous periods (especially the 1980's era of deregulation), pay has improved significantly along with safety. I've been flight instructing for over a decade and feel much safer with a student in the left seat than driving on the freeway sometimes.
The best plan of attack is to have another career as backup, maybe in STEM, IT, medical or some other field that is always in demand. Choose a double major (one in aviation and the other in some other field mentioned above) and avoid debt if possible. Be prepared to work harder than you ever imagined, sacrifice weekends/holidays and spend time away from home, living out of a suitcase.
Aviation is rewarding and enjoyable, but it is a job. The travel opportunities are incredible (especially if your are being paid at the same time) and you will experience quite a bit.
Job security is MUCH better now than previous periods (especially the 1980's era of deregulation), pay has improved significantly along with safety. I've been flight instructing for over a decade and feel much safer with a student in the left seat than driving on the freeway sometimes.
The best plan of attack is to have another career as backup, maybe in STEM, IT, medical or some other field that is always in demand. Choose a double major (one in aviation and the other in some other field mentioned above) and avoid debt if possible. Be prepared to work harder than you ever imagined, sacrifice weekends/holidays and spend time away from home, living out of a suitcase.
Aviation is rewarding and enjoyable, but it is a job. The travel opportunities are incredible (especially if your are being paid at the same time) and you will experience quite a bit.
03-11-2020, 10:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Fatcat
thank you sir, I'm thinking about getting my bachelors in aviation and my master's in business or aviation management. What do you think?
03-11-2020, 05:07 PM
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Originally Posted by PotatoChip
Still just looking for anybody to agree with your plan.....
03-11-2020, 05:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Fatcat
hmmm... i don't need anybody's approval for my choice. I'm gonna do what's best for me.
And continue to NOT listen to advice.
Good luck (sarcasm).
03-11-2020, 11:04 PM
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Originally Posted by pangolin
This isn’t true of everyone. In my experience just a few.
03-11-2020, 11:09 PM
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Originally Posted by Fatcat
thank you sir, I'm thinking about getting my bachelors in aviation and my master's in business or aviation management. What do you think?
03-12-2020, 03:57 PM
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Originally Posted by kevbo
Im glad you are not my kid, that was the dumbest thing Ive heard all year.
Last edited by Fatcat; 03-12-2020 at 04:17 PM.
03-12-2020, 04:01 PM
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Originally Posted by PotatoChip
Yet you continue to seek it.
And continue to NOT listen to advice.
Good luck (sarcasm).
And continue to NOT listen to advice.
Good luck (sarcasm).
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