Originally Posted by Jodaaddy

In exchange for “the flying is not as cool,” you receive:

-more than double the compensation
-almost complete control over where you live and what you do with your life
-no extra duties on top of flying the jet
-more time to pursue other hobbies/spend time with family.

I’ll take that trade every day. The grass is very much greener.

DAL year 6 NB FO
W-2 247k
401k DC 38k

-Former Navy pilot