Originally Posted by SkyHigh
Stearman,
You speak of some negatives of flying for the airlines and you are a regional captain. Isn't everyday a blessing and joy?
No, it isn't with regards to this industry, but yes, I am a very lucky person in my life otherwise.
Originally Posted by SkyHigh
Are you not satisfied with the rewards of the magic of flight?
No, it is not. What I earn is in NO WAY commensurate with what I have given up and sacrificed for this job. Nor is it for thousands of others... From the time we close the main cabin door until the time we open it, yes, I enjoy the job. That is not to say that I still think that what I do during that time is neither appreciated nor compensated appropriately. It is not rewarding to me to have to trade toys with family friends in order to give my son something "new" for Christmas while our executives are agonizing over which summer home they should buy.
Originally Posted by SkyHigh
Are the the pilots who complain about money just greedy and unappreciative of the gifts of the profession?
Those who complain about money either dont have any or dont know how to manage what they do have. I am in the first category, our illustrious executives are in the second.
Originally Posted by SkyHigh
Tell us.
SkyHigh
I just did.
p.s., I caught the sarcasm, dont worry.