Waverider,.....totally agree. To add to it. So SWA guys make more than we do. First, let me say I do not believe they should before y'all crucify me. But. They work much harder too. I average about 85 hours of pay and block 70ish. This as a 8 yr guy. I'm assuming, ya I know, that a SWA guy must work 85 trips to get 85 based on their by trip pay. That's why they go so damn fast everywhere. Personally, I enjoy working less and getting paid more. To each their own.
Disclaimer: I no way is the author stating our pay is just fine, industry leading is my opinion and work less. That is all.