It is leaner.
I was mid 400's last year, I think I'll end up low 400's this year... they are finally catching up on the demand. It's a mixed emotions thing for me.
Not everybody can do it, and nobody can do it long term. However, I would not want a day and a half layover every time like my buddy at Delta gets. GET MY @SS HOME!
When I'm 56 1/2 and collecting my retirement pay from the reserves, I will be a minimal flier for sure. I like to stay busy, but their are other ways to occupy myself than the daily grind of flying as part of ones job.