Originally Posted by
Antney
Curious on those that have left the industry and then now have come back. Why did you leave in the first place? How long have you been gone? Why did you come back?
I have left 13 years ago but not a day goes by that I wonder and wish to be back in the sky. Hardest part for me is my 4 kids aged 10-4 and being away to come back but when I left it was about the pay and lack of movement at that time in my regional (Chicago Express/ATA). Didn't have a family then. Just being curious and curious how much has changed. Thanks.
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"Lost decade" pilot here. Was at a regional from 2000-2006. Then did corporate and charter. Left flying after 2008 as the economy took a dump and my corporate gig shrunk. Took a desk job making way more money. Nice break from living out of my suitcase. (NOT the answers I give during interviews on why I got out.
) Friends in the industry bugged me to get back in. I did research and realized that meetings, answering emails and dealing with conflicting personalities in the office was not my passion. My wife backed my decision which was a huge factor. Got back in last year flying a PC-12. Recently started as a 121 street captain where we are home every night. Wife and kids are happy. Apps have been out. Waiting for a bite.... It may never happen, but you can't win if you don't play.