There were many pilots whom retired from Pan AM after 30 plus year careers...I say again timing is everything.
I could remember back to United darkest days when every other word about us was liquidation. ATSB loan denial, SARS, $130 dollar oil etc, and we are still here. I must say that after all of the above, the one thing that has me more concern is the way Jeffrie is running this place, but like every other CEO whom has come through this place, he is a short timer who will leave with his pockets full. There is a reason why United is refer to as cash cow.