Originally Posted by
sflpilot
Yes. This is why a degree in something other than aviation is so important ... a lesson I learned the hard way. I have talked to many others like myself who walked away in disgust of the regionals. Unfortunately I think many pilots are hopeless dreamers that never really accept the truth about a seriously flawed industry.
Then, there are some of us that get on with a major while in our mid-20s and enjoy a 35+ year, multi-million dollar career.