Originally Posted by Jetj01

Recently I jump seated on SWA DEN-DAL. First of all, SWA is EXCELLENT to jumpseat on! Love their professionalism and 'don't leave a jumper behind' attitude. I have several friends who crew SWA and all are beyond reproach. This last jumpseat tho was funny/interesting. Because the back was full the only option was upfront. I had just operated into Denver so was still in uniform decked in full regalia and FDX ID. I introduced myself and exchanged niceties with the crew and settled into the flight. The Captain and I had been exchanging notes on their contract issues as compared to ours etc. About mid flight the young new higher FO turned to me and asked what airline I flew for. I responded FDX. He looked at me and said, "Yah, I never even applied their. I wanted to be a real airline pilot." And he looked forward. The Captain looked at him for a moment, then turned to me shaking his head. PRICELESS!!! SO this may help your decision: Do you want to be a REAL airline pilot😎