Originally Posted by
milky
When you are willing to work as a captain for FO wages, you should never, ever complain that the industry has screwed you in any way. You seem happy to be flying where you are and getting paid what you are. I would never take that kind of pay cut and loss of future earnings. I think that is what most people will not say to you. I am glad you enjoy your job. I'm sorry that many like you will continue to be a downward pressure on our pay and benefits. At least the looming shortage will likely counter that pressure.
*not a personal attack. You asked, I answered.*
Milky;
I think that's being just a little unfair. It wasn't too long ago that spirit's rates were in line with the lower end of the legacies and the upper end of the nationals (still true). He upgraded in a short time and enjoys some seniority at an airline that has a very successful business model. Just because he isn't at the top of the food chain does not make him a sellout or someone who settled. IMO, his QOL and career potential both look better than a SWA new hire's. But that's just me.