We are our own worst enemies. Pilots demand better QOL all while taking $50-100k type ratings and running. Had a friend of mine (treats his pilots well in all aspects) hire a guy, send him to G650 initial then the guy bailed on the first trip, in the middle of it. They were in Australia and the guy had his company card, keys and phone in a envelope at the desk of the hotel for my buddy. This was after he booked first class back home to the states on the company card. So in essence, companies are scared of getting burned as well, it’s a double edge sword in today’s pilot market.

Like others have said, if it’s a good company and everything lines up for YOU, then a one year is nothing, anyone can stick it out a year.

DH