While training pay does suck, I'd rather them focus on improving other aspects of the contract. We are a small company and can't inprove everything at once. It's 2.5 months out of your life...not that bad. Training compensation at most regional airlines is sub par. I went through ours a year and a half ago...not even half the class made it. So, the companies ROI wasn't great. Maybe that's part of the reason for the low training pay. Things continue to get better though. Additionally, I had to wait a month for IOE while I got paid...to do nothing. All that to say, I didn't think it was too bad. I also have 500 a month in student debt and am married with many bills. I just had to plan ahead. Just my thoughts. I do value CQFO's opinion and experience.