I used to do a lot of contract flying with the company’s approval until 2018. You’ll find that it’s just not as lucrative to do contract anymore because our pilots are paid well enough that we should not have to contract. It’s nice to be paid very well and enjoy my days off.
It’s also not really as lucrative because you have to report the contract flying to the IRS. Let’s say you made $1000/day. After I paid self employment tax and federal taxes, I brought home about $650 without any protections.
I could work an extended day at NetJets, especially while I’m above my minimum of 10.0 and make an additional $148/hour. I have more 401k match and union protections such as as an industry leading no jeopardy fatigue policy. You’ll find that it’s much easier and beneficial to just work NetJets and enjoy your time off.
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