Have I lost my mind? ;)

[Lisa L Fuller]

Good afternoon everyone. Like so many, I have had a lifelong dream to become a pilot. Life, money, lack of support had always stopped me. I am now in a new situation and would like to get educated on REAL LIFE pilot training before I start dropping money into a too old "career". I am 46 years of age. My only child will start her Sophomore year of college this fall. I feel it is NOW or NEVER.

What I am considering is getting my PPL and then maybe further my education and becoming a charter pilot/contract pilot. I am NOT in the way of being able to fly around for JUST my enjoyment but would need to recap and earn money to fund my enjoyment. lol AT age 46 is this just a pipe dream or is this doable? I am feel that I am capable just not sure if it is too late. Please be honest...I am 46 and very proud to be. Just being real.

I live in Leander (sub of Austin) and have started looking into schools. I notice that some of the schools push for online ground training, Liberty University. I am also very close to Central Texas College in Killeen Texas. Which route would you all recommend?
Thank you all in advance.
Sincerely,
Lisa

 

[PeterNSteinmetz]

Oh feel I can pass the medical examine but will make that a priority first.

Do not make an application first based on the feeling. Many people have been caught by some snafu that way. Best to get the consult first, then activate the application when the AME can issue you in the office.

See http://tinyurl.com/ame-consult about how to do this.