I'm new here, so please let me give you a brief overview of my situation:
I'm 20 years old, and have been working full-time as an auto-tech since graduating high-school. It's going okay, but I just don't find the work very fulfilling, nor do I feel a sense of pride when looking to the future. I have always had an interest in aviation, but never really gave it enough thought, let alone think about a possible career within this exciting area. Until now.
My situation is different from most people though. You see, I have bills to pay and obligations to meet. I cannot afford the time or the money to pursue aviation on a full-time basis, even though I would love to. I have taken the very first step, which is paying for ground-school, and by extension, lots of available information from aviation-acquainted people. I have a basic plan on how I can oneday get paid to fly. What I am asking you guys, is if my way of thinking is correct and if my intended goals are obtainable.
First, I am moreless ruling out anything with the airlines. As awesome as the airlines are, I see it as unobtainable for one major reason. I am not willing to get a 4-year degree in some related or unrelated area for the sole purpose of getting a Job, which years from now, I may already technically be able to fulfill. So the airlines are out.
Fortunately there are other types of aviation jobs out there. My goal is to oneday be involved with one of them! Here's my plan:
Work fulltime as an an auto-tech for years to come. Use the money I earn to pay for flight training. On a part-time basis, I feel I can get myself a private certificate, Instrument rating, multi-engine rating, commercial, and maybe even CFI within about 4 years if I keep at it. Plus I'll be building flight time whenever/however I can. So, if I am really serious, I can be well trained and legally employable by the time I'm 24. From there, even if it's low-pay, I can build time and earn money at the same time.
Not a very elaborate plan, but a plan nonetheless. So what do you guys think, and is this realistic???
Any information would be greatly appreciated!
I'm 20 years old, and have been working full-time as an auto-tech since graduating high-school. It's going okay, but I just don't find the work very fulfilling, nor do I feel a sense of pride when looking to the future. I have always had an interest in aviation, but never really gave it enough thought, let alone think about a possible career within this exciting area. Until now.
My situation is different from most people though. You see, I have bills to pay and obligations to meet. I cannot afford the time or the money to pursue aviation on a full-time basis, even though I would love to. I have taken the very first step, which is paying for ground-school, and by extension, lots of available information from aviation-acquainted people. I have a basic plan on how I can oneday get paid to fly. What I am asking you guys, is if my way of thinking is correct and if my intended goals are obtainable.
First, I am moreless ruling out anything with the airlines. As awesome as the airlines are, I see it as unobtainable for one major reason. I am not willing to get a 4-year degree in some related or unrelated area for the sole purpose of getting a Job, which years from now, I may already technically be able to fulfill. So the airlines are out.
Fortunately there are other types of aviation jobs out there. My goal is to oneday be involved with one of them! Here's my plan:
Work fulltime as an an auto-tech for years to come. Use the money I earn to pay for flight training. On a part-time basis, I feel I can get myself a private certificate, Instrument rating, multi-engine rating, commercial, and maybe even CFI within about 4 years if I keep at it. Plus I'll be building flight time whenever/however I can. So, if I am really serious, I can be well trained and legally employable by the time I'm 24. From there, even if it's low-pay, I can build time and earn money at the same time.
Not a very elaborate plan, but a plan nonetheless. So what do you guys think, and is this realistic???
Any information would be greatly appreciated!