Originally Posted by
dera
Lol. You are funny.
So. What's the problem with that? If you don't like it, pay it back.
Let me guess. You think that bonuses are taxed at a higher rate?
Bonus taxes are withheld at a higher rate. If you leave, you pay back the check, plus the taxes and get issued an amended w2. Some genius figured it'll help with retention, genius, due to pilots not being able/willing to pay back 20k with the 9.5-13k (depending on the state) check they received.