Originally Posted by SystemB

Maybe it has something to do with the fact that for some, the journey of becoming an airline pilot is long, costly, tortuous and almost all-consuming. For others it’s much easier, depending on the circumstances and timing. So yes, when you finally
make it to where you feel that you’ve achieved your goals, but it took 15-20 years of work, sweat and huge personal and family sacrifice, then it’s all taken away (once again).. yes it’s a bit difficult to “fill that void”.