Most 3rd year regional first officers are making more than the average median income in America. I think don't think too many 23 years olds will be getting much sympathy because they are only making $40,000 on 3rd year pay. Especially considering that college isn't required. All it takes to get in the regional seat is a high school diploma and a few hundred hours of flight time. If you don't like it don't take the job but quite crying about it. Wait, I forgot they are they entitled generation.