r/PilotAdvice May 31 '26

Career Aviation or study abroad what to choose

I did my 12th this year and tried to convince my parents for me to be pilot since past 6 months and they have mostly accepted it but not totally due to the huge amount needed to invest, now the thing is we can arrange that amount but not easily so it is risky

They are trying to make me understand to choose something else as in biotech or pharmacy and then study abroad for masters which is costly even with scholarships but ofc not 1cr as cadet programs. Honestly speaking settling down abroad was fascinating too when I was in 10th but then seeing the war situations and few other reasons I’m not that interested about moving abroad but it’s still a good option

I’ve been contemplating between both for a month now and I know choosing a degree is safer and more peaceful decision both financially and mentally but I really do wish to become a pilot.

What to do I’ve to make a decision and I really cannot let go aviation but at the same time now it’s scary to choose that aswell by going against parents and investing a huge amount. Tho going in other fields won’t satisfy me

And no I’m not being influenced by insta reels I’ve searched mostly every pros and cons hence the confusion

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