AWAX,
You are missing his point. The fact that over 30% of the United pilot group fly aircraft at the top tier of the pay scale is what sets UA apart from the other passenger carriers. I didn't really notice/care about this stat until two good Delta friends from college pointed it out to me. I'm not bragging about it because I had nothing to do with it. It is just the way our route network is built (I fly a 737 these days so I'm not even In that top pay catagory). It is good to have options and I'm happy for those leaving the regionals/nationals for greener pastures.