not criticizing anyone for horing themselves out, just pointing out the workaholic nature of a lot of pilots. if youre doing it to supplement 1st year pay now, think about how much better it will be when you hore yourself out on 2nd year pay. and thats how the addiction begins.
now picture yourself as a 60 year old captain at the top of the payscale. pick up a couple extra trips here and there, hey this isnt so bad why not do it till 65