That's certainly not unique to AA. For most majors/legacy new hires, QOL is going to be a step up from their previous employer: 91, 121, 135, mil. Some have better aspects than others. None is the complete package, evidenced by the garbage spirit vs. UA vs FEDEX threads, etc. I believe there's a balance between being happy, proud, and content with where you are, but still striving to improve for the benefit of your entire pilot group. Kind of like all industries/work groups; the ones that sit back fat, dumb, and happy eventually get consumed.