Hello,
I just got done reading through all 7 pages of this thread. I hate to resurrect an old thread but I was thinking about some things recently.
I'm currently employed at state LE aviation unit as a fixed-wing pilot/TFO. While the job is stable, offers good retirement/pension, pretty much all the things a government job offer. I can't help but think about making the jump to 121 flying. I would have to go to a regional to start but with the quick upgrades and movement, the potentional for making a lot more money is likely.
I'm 34 and only have 5 years in so I could go in about 15 and get a pension, etc. so I would be 49 years old.
My question is with the current state of the industry, would the potential of making a lot more money at a major, LCC outweigh that of a government pension?
Naturally you are away from home more at an airline, but they seem to have more days off than an LE.
I know everyone's case is different, but I was just curious of everyone's opinion.

Thanks