Thanks for your reply. I know Capt Sullenberger had testified that he didn't know of any pilot recommending their kids get into the industry. My personal observation is that, despite how much complaining there is, professional pilots actually do support their childrens' professional flying career choice. I believe I will really encourage my own kids to fly for fun...then I will have some partners in crime, and harder for my wife to say no. "Sweety-I'm going flying for the kid's sake, not mine!"