How funny. I keep hearing ads on the radio about a helicopter training company hosting a free seminar in the area. They also state that helicopter pilots are in demand. They also say you can be trained in as little as 18 months and that your payments can be deferred until after you start working since there is such a demand.

One thing to keep in mind, if you're looking into making a career out of it, that could entail "a hell of a change of direction in life" anyway. But I hear you. Age does play into my decisions now as well.

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http://www.verticalreference.com/art...rticle_6.shtml
http://www.helicopter-training.net/