And that is why we are here, to debate that question. As DE727UPS mentioned we all have our own perspectives and things that are true to us. A guy who won the lottery might naturally proclaim that gambling is good.

In addition some of us work to live while others live to work. Everyone must decide for themselves what risks and sacrifices they will make and for what kind of return.

As for myself aviation was always a means to an end. I wanted to build a life on an aviation career. What I found was that my aviation career demanded that I lay most of what I valued onto its alter. I am not interested in being a martyr to stay in the saddle. I do not want to commute. I do not want to fly overseas and am not interested in living away from the USA or my home state.

I have sacrificed much and feel that when compared to other professions a pilot career demands far to much for what is being offered in return.

SkyHigh

PS I did not quit. I was laid off after 9-11 and could not find another suitable job.