Originally Posted by FlyJSH

My current employer, one that treats its people well, recently instituted training contracts after one guy went all the way through ground school, the sim, got his 135.293 ride, and quit the next day. Not every new hire is a little angel.

I wanted to work here, and I expect to be here for at least a few years. I had no issue signing the contract. IF I were to leave for greener pastures (maybe someone will offer me that job that pays millions and only flies one day per year), I will honor my promise and pay the remainder of the contract.

"But they don't treat me nicely." Tough. Next time do the due diligence, research the company, take off the SJS glasses, and figure out if it is really a place you want to go. It is kinda like if I bought a car from you for 12 payments of $1000, took it home, later found out it needed brakes, and said, "It isn't any good. I'm not paying." You probably would be a little unhappy.

If you don't want to comply with the terms of the agreement, don't sign! IF you do sign, stay or pay. Honoring one's promise is what big boys and girls do.