Originally Posted by
Happyflyer
IMO many airline dads are not present in their kids childhood and just go fly to “earn” for the family and end up divorced, with kids that only call to ask for money.
I’d second this. When my kids were young I stayed super senior as a 737 fo to have control of my schedule. I never missed a holiday, school event, or anything else. I’d also advertise trips away when there was a conflict and take the pay cut. We decided that living where we do and commuting was the best option, but I was still home more than most. Our 25th anniversary is coming up and our kids are well grounded and successful. I don’t have the big house or bank account that others do, but I wouldn’t change a thing.