GMG 11: Is It Too Late to Become an Aircraft Mechanic?

Is it too late to become an aircraft mechanic? NO! But I get this question a lot and it would be easy to dismiss it. So let's try to tackle what's at the heart of the issue. What say you?
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[@AnthonyMorales71]

I needed to hear this. I’m 52 and thinking of trying something totally new. Retired Military, twelve years of Federal Service and am now looking to do better for my family. Thank you so much

[@LeftSeatAdventures]

That's awesome, thank you! Please let me know if you have any questions about moving forward with it.

[@AnthonyMorales71]

@@LeftSeatAdventures Will do for sure. Thank you for what you’re doing with your content.

[@LeftSeatAdventures]

Absolutely! People like you are why I do this.

[@AnthonyMorales71]

@@LeftSeatAdventures Thank you!!!

[@MentionDav3]

As long as you’re committed it’s not too late. One of my instructors at my school became an A&P at 42 and instructing in his 50s and he loves it. He says it’s not about the money for him it’s the fun he has doing the job. The school is tough but the instructors push you to succeed. We’re all mostly Vets at my school but the entire field is full of vets. I’m in my 30s but there’s all age ranges in the school. I’d say go for it!

[@PHILLYTONE]

I’m 55 , starting AIR CRAFT MECHANIC school 2025 , I’m super excited.

[@tnsace1351]

Good luck man !

[@GhadSpeed]

Never too late to do anything. There’s 80 years old riding around ZX14R & hyabusas lol

[@thatTrinigirl868]

I needed to hear this. I'm 40 and currently studying for the supplemental AMEL in Canada. Self-doubt kicks in at times and think I should just stay in IT. But aircraft maintenance is my passion

[@LeftSeatAdventures]

Good to hear, that's awesome! 👍 I know what you mean, but it's satisfying to break away from what's "safe" in pursuit of what you love. Let us know how you're getting along in the future. I want to learn more about how Canada does it too.

[@Mulmaoner]

Thank you so much your video really helps me, I had doubts about going back to study aircraft maintenance but now I can see clear and I can do it.

[@LeftSeatAdventures]

You can do it! When you have doubts in the future, remember this moment and why you started down this path. Something I remind myself when it gets hard...

[@wallymurray620]

Agree fully with everything you said there! When I was doing my Instrumentation apprenticeship in my late twenties, early thirties, I had a couple classmates who were in their early fifties and they did fine. Having said that, I sure found that even in my thirties I seemed to struggle more with the learning than I did when I did my electrical apprenticeship in my late teens, early twenties fresh out of high school. That gap of 7-8 years not really doing anything “schooling” wise sure made it tougher for me. Learning is a skill you need to keep working on throughout the years. Looks like things are going well for you which is great to see. Take care Wally.

[@LeftSeatAdventures]

Hey Wally, good to see ya! It's true, we need to constantly be learning something as we age. I find i try to read/ study things completely different from aviation on breaks and rare free time to keep things fresh and interesting. We're coming into the time of the year now where that'll be gardening. 😂

[@SilkRoadFamily]

Being Auto Mechanic/ Electrician for over 12+ years now I decided to go with Aircraft Mechanic… looking to see if I can get an apprenticeship position like you or go to school!? Not sure which way to go… I’m 35 and was thinking it’s too late to go with Aircraft Mechanic but after watching your videos now I know for sure I want to go with it! Thanks buddy

[@LeftSeatAdventures]

Yup, definitely not too late! I was 37 when I finally broke into aviation. If you can handle the bills and family life balance, school is a good option. Otherwise, being an apprentice at least lets you get paid to learn. You won't start out making much, but raises will come after you prove yourself. I'm glad these videos helped, let us know what you end up doing.

[@kennmart1]

I was also in my mid thirties before I got started and i've been going for twenty four years. Go for it.

[@marioramirez-ly7td]

Do it never too late, the only time when anything is late is after your not around anymore.

[@josemora4633]

How do you become an apprentice

[@princetomar1079]

What qualifications and fees for Aviation engineer