Originally Posted by
aviatorhi
Let's keep it simple:
Those airlines want cookie cutter people to do cookie cutter things. Individuality (good and bad) is discouraged. Do what you're told.
Get a degree. Why? Because they said so.
This is correct. But you actually don't have to BE a cookie cutter product...you just have to demonstrate that you can play the part when required. Airlines lifestyle flexibility affords the opportunity to let your hair down if desired.
Originally Posted by
aviatorhi
It's ok... Most intelligent individuals who like to have fun fly supplemental. Who would you rather grab a beer with, the Legacy pilot who gets "tipsy" after a pint at the hotel bar or the supplemental guy who knows every town inside and out?
That's a very broad generalization. Personally I'd love the supplemental lifestyle for me. But for the family...not so much. Four days is a about the limit there.