Bzzt,
At least you are honest in admitting that you didnt want to do everything possible to make yourself above average. A couple of hundo to increase the odds dramatically of landing what could be a very lucrative career. Seems like a no brainer to me. I went to OBAP AND WIA and am neither of those groups. Had a great time and met some cool people. Probably best you didnt waste your money, they can spot a negative attitude a mile away, and that is one thing they want to avoid. Good luck in the future.
DJ,
People forget that just a few years ago Delta sucked. They turned it around and so will Ual. They are going through some pains right now, but i firmly believe they will overcome them and be a premier carrier again.