It's amazing to me how "professional" some think we look without the hat. With the hat on, there's no where to put the sunglasses and look "cool" as some have stated. I always wear my hat..................and I get the respect that comes with it. It's also a sign of authority..........something many pilots here feel they've lost (and wonder why ). Funny, but ball players, firemen, military personnel etc all wear their hats. I'd love to see some airman tell his commander he's not wearing his hat because it looks dorky and will give him "hat head". It's all about looking like an AIRLINE pilot. Remember that interview and anxiously awaiting that "you're hired" call? You'd wear a fricking bag over your head to get hired, and then when you're hired, it's time to start making your own uniform rules. Sorry.........if the company says wear it (and they pay the salary), then wear it. If you don't like it, then find another airline or career that doesn't require it.