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CaptainMorgan · August 22nd, 2004, 15:55

Your story sounds very much like my own. The big difference was that at your age, I decided not to give up the money my previous career brought. So, even though I hated my job I kept it up for several more years.

Finally in the summer of 2000 at age 39 I decided to go for it, regardless of the sacrifice. Four years later I'm a FO making perhaps 25% of what I made before. However that's only first year pay, and the captains upgrade will be there in the short term.

Worth it? Absolutely! In my previous career I was miserable, and dreaded getting out of bed each morning. I love what I do now, and the view from my new "office" is fabulous.

Financially, my overall career earnings may not be as high due to the late start and the age 60 rule. But, it is possible, and I still have my sanity. Had I started at in my younger 30's, it would have been easy.

You do have one advantage compared to the younger guys - you can train full-time and emerge on the other side without mountains of debt.

August 22nd, 2004, 15:55	#8
CaptainMorgan Newbie Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Prescott, AZ Posts: 1	Re: Looking for some advice! Your story sounds very much like my own. The big difference was that at your age, I decided not to give up the money my previous career brought. So, even though I hated my job I kept it up for several more years. Finally in the summer of 2000 at age 39 I decided to go for it, regardless of the sacrifice. Four years later I'm a FO making perhaps 25% of what I made before. However that's only first year pay, and the captains upgrade will be there in the short term. Worth it? Absolutely! In my previous career I was miserable, and dreaded getting out of bed each morning. I love what I do now, and the view from my new "office" is fabulous. Financially, my overall career earnings may not be as high due to the late start and the age 60 rule. But, it is possible, and I still have my sanity. Had I started at in my younger 30's, it would have been easy. You do have one advantage compared to the younger guys - you can train full-time and emerge on the other side without mountains of debt.