Originally Posted by
SoFloFlyer
I was going to say this. I’d take an unpaid LOA and try this other job out if a job offer is extended. Take 12-24 months to evaluate the industry. Save as much as you can (I’d imagine you’re getting a pay raise when compared to regional flying) and then leave when aviation starts to look promising again.
That seems like the best way to hedge the bet. You can enjoy a livable wage for a year or two while we find out how bad this downturn is going to get. You may also discover that you hate the other job regardless of the salary.