I wouldn't particularly call it 'thriving', but it sure as hell beats a Regional. Are there things I could complain about? Sure. Are there things I would like to see be done differently? Sure.

But saying extreme things like "Why would anyone want to come here" is just short-sided. Everyone wants everything to better, always. Go talk to some AA guys, whom are much higher paid than us, and ask how they're doing. They make a lot more money. Do you think they're happier? Their not.

I personally do not care about working at the highest paid airline, as long as it is compensated with QoL; which Spirit is probably at the Top 3 at (given the current hiring environment). If all you care about is working at the highest paid airline, Spirit will never be for you.