Originally Posted by
MinRest
NetJets has always kinda sucked as a job. It just feels suckier when the industry around NJA is doing so well. The same goes for when the airline industry craps the bed, NJA pilots praise the amazing job they have and how amazing the company is. Scheduling runs you into fatiguing almost daily, you rarely get an awesome layover and/or enough time to enjoy the layover, and when the airline industry sees concessions is the only time NJA pays better. Don't leave NJA to chase upgrades or contracts at a particular airline. You have to be built for the NJA lifestyle. Some people are, and some people aren't. I wasn't. FDP masked a lot of issues because you can solve a lot with money. Now that the airlines are all paying top dollar, and upgrades are down, it makes NJA feel pretty behind the eightball when the honeymoon of FDP wears off and you realized they simply threw money at you to ignore the plaguing issues that have never gone away, and never will. Scheduling will always be the way it is, the dynamic nature of NJA will never change. If you love flying private jets to random places and can make the lifestyle, pay, and benefits work, then awesome.
It sounds like you have had personal experiences and frustrations with your job at NetJets (NJA). Job satisfaction can vary among individuals, and it's important to find a career that aligns with your personal preferences and priorities. The aviation industry, like any other, can have its ups and downs, and different companies may have different challenges and perks. It's crucial to assess your own priorities and find a job that suits your needs and brings you fulfillment.