Originally Posted by pontius pilot

you've got to start somewhere...

First year pay sucks everywhere, even at most of the majors. It goes up from there. First year pay at eagle is enough to keep you full on ramen noodles. Second year pay is enough for you to add frozen peas to said ramen noodles. As you increase in longevity and received the iai raises things look much better.

Since cruz5350 is beating his chest on how much money he makes i'll chime in: I make more than you do in two weeks and i'll bet i'm at work a whole lot less and i'm paying into a 401k above the threshold for company match and i have great health insurance and dental insurance and travel benefits. All of this as a lowly eagle pilot.

First year guys and gals - hang in there. The first year is rough but it gets much better. I wanted to quit many times that first year but i am glad i did not.