People usually return to the USA for several reasons. Some get homesick, some get divorced, some cant adjust to living in the Gulf, others only wanted to go overseas for a short period of time...Many reasons but there are those who will retire from here like myself. A lot of misinformation on APC regarding the reasons. Yes there are those that are not a good match for this lifestyle but there's many golden opportunities for those who like it, adjust and stay. Where else in the World can you become a B787/777/A350/A380 Captain in less than 6 years? Its not all roses but its definately not what some people here make it out to be. As far as compensation, I'd like to compare my NET salary with a 30+ year Reserve Delta A350 Captain and lets see the differences. I became a WB Captain at the 5 year point verses someone at a US legacy carrier doing the same job took them 30. Im in my early 40's and have been a WB Captain for 8 out of my 13 years here. When hiring starts again years from now, apply, interview, get the job and then decide for yourself. You can always come back to the USA if you dont like it. On the other hand, you may love the lifestyle and never leave. One thing is certain, you will retire very wealthy from here if you dont blow all your cash on unnecessary things as is the case anywhere.