Old 10-02-2008, 07:29 AM
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You have to work for an airline. I do know people who have taken non-pilot positions (management, etc) for that specific reason.

But the value of the benefits depends on a lot of things...

- Where the airline flies.
- Where you live/work.
- The kind of travel you want to do.
- Your personal flexibility...if you have three kids under age 6, you have no flexibility at all. Just you and the spouse, with six weeks off...you could probably make it work out.


As was mentioned, travel is standby, and seats are often limited. Pilots have the best opportunity, then non-pilot company employees in seniority (date of hire) order. After that comes employees of other airlines.

I wouldn't accept an airline job for less pay than you are worth elsewhere because of travel bennies, but if you can find a good airline job, then the travel is a bonus.
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