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ACP350 Is starting a professional career in flying at 55 worth the effort?

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In today’s episode we answer the question: Is starting a professional career in flying at 55 worth the effort?

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Listener Mail:

Motivation from a Canadian flight deck!

Great podcast; very inspirational! I have been a private pilot (420hr) and been out of flying for 7 years but looking to get back into flying as a 2nd career. My wife and I will be empty nesters within 2 years and will be selling our business.

The general question I keep coming back to is this- Is starting a professional career in flying at 55/56 worth the effort? Not so much the financial side but is there any advice on the highs/lows of daily work?

I have reviewed many cargo pilot options and see the possibility there but just wondering about wear and tear on a person not in their 20’s being a single pilot IFR at night. I love flying but will the fun and enjoyment of flight diminish? I understand that is subjective.

Where can a person not in the business discuss this with someone that has accomplished a similar career change? With Ameriflight’s recent pay increase announcement I believe the income would be sufficient for the effort needed to complete instrument/commercial/ME/ and hours needed. Very interested in their offering and flying paths. I appreciate any insight you can provide.

Side note: One of my sons is taking a ground school at a Tech Center his senior year and now plans to attend a flight school and pursue an aviation career. Possibly Air Guard and/or airline. Your scholarship guide has been terrific for us.

Thanks again

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https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/recommended-reading/

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ACP345 Yes, You Can Become A Pilot at 45 or Older!

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Today we answer the question: how do I start a career at 45 years old? Thank you to our listener who wrote into feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com 

If you have a question leave on in the comments below or write us directly at:

feedback@aviationcareerspodcast.com . I really like helping you reach your career goals.

Sponsor:

Speaking of helping people reach their goals, a special shout out to the sponsor of this episode http://PlaneEnglishSim.com . Many of you listen to this podcast to help understand aviation terms and their proper pronunciation in English. Well, there is an app for that. PlaneEnglishSim is an App-based aviation radio simulator and is an easy way to gain radio proficiency in both VFR and IFR flight. 

Use the coupon code “PlaneEnglishSim” for free one-year access to the online Aerospace Scholarships guide. Links to the aerospace scholarships guide and the coupon code are in the show notes. There are a limited number of coupons so visit AviationCareerPodcast.com and use the code PlaneEnglishSim today. https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/  

Listener Mail:

 I am an avid listener of the Aviation NewsTalk podcast with Max Trescott and during this week’s episode, he mentioned your name and your associated Aviation Careers podcast.  I immediately jumped over to listen to one of your episodes and found myself with the impulse to reach out to you.  

 I have spent the last year working towards my Private Pilot Certificate, which I obtained last month.    Now, at the horizon of turning 45, I have found myself at a precipice of a career change, with a strong force pulling me towards becoming a commercial pilot. 

For as long as I can remember, planes have held a special place in my life.  Having my Private Pilot Certificate is something I have dreamed about for nearly 3 decades – since the release of MS Flight Simulator 3.0.  

However, as a divorced father of three and the welcome recipient of a steady income, I am interested in knowing if you have any suggestions/tips/tricks for taking the plunge into the ATP process, airline hiring, etc.  I am excited by the prospect of a career in aviation though I know there are things to take into consideration as well.  Most people don’t start this process at 45.  

If there is any information, hindsight, or insight you might be willing to share with me, I would greatly appreciate it.  In the meantime, I look forward to tuning into your next show and hope to hear from you. 

  • Congratulations on Your Private Pilot Certificate.
  • You are not alone at 45. Many people start a second career in aviation with some as guests on this show.
  • Some advice for those starting a career at 45:
    • You must create a plan.
    • Good grasp of your financial situation.
    • Communicate with your family the plan.
    • This is a team effort.
    • Reach out to a career coach for motivation and an unbiased opinion.
  • Financing your career change at 45.
    • Cash.
    • Loans.
    • Look for non-traditional student scholarships.

Links: 

https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/coaching/ 

Sponsor:

Thank you to the sponsor of this episode http://PlaneEnglishSim.com . Many of you listen to this podcast to help understand aviation terms and their proper pronunciation in English. Well, there is an app for that. PlaneEnglishSim is an App-based aviation radio simulator and an easy way to gain radio proficiency in both VFR and IFR. 

Use the coupon code “PlaneEnglishSim” for free one-year access to the online Aerospace Scholarships guide. Links to the aerospace scholarships guide and the coupon code are in the show notes. There are a limited number of coupons so visit AviationCareerPodcast.com and use the code PlaneEnglishSim today. https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/