Originally Posted by rickair7777

Medicare yes. But all decent US majors now do a 15% DC which should be sufficient for retirement if you have 25+ years and will upgrade. So out of pocket not required unless you want to go above and beyond.

The current reality...

I know personally numerous dual citizens who have recently returned to the US for legacy/big six jobs. From LH, AF, EK, and a several Asian carriers.

This too shall pass of course, but right now the US is the place to be. Although parts of Europe are very nice, and some of their airlines will still provide a great living at home. Can't fault anyone for that.