Speed,

You said it yourself "pilots love to fly" and "we are not here to make a lot of money" or something to that effect. In my opinion it is that reason why the pay and working conditions have slipped and continue to do so. People are here due to the "love of flying". Therefore, they are willing to take any job at almost any level of pay and feel guilty if they expect anymore. It is a growing cult of martyrdom that is permeating the ranks. It almost seems like our profession has been overtaken by a bunch of bleeding heart artists. We all love to fly, but I feel that expectations need to remain high or else all is lost. Like I said before our skills are noting special anymore. Any farm kid with parents stupid enough to co-sign the loan can become an airline pilot in 14 months. The only thing that we have left is stubborn arrogant expectations.

SkyHigh