Originally Posted by
waflyboy
From experience, I can say this: it might not be as easy as you think to get back into management after you've been "living the dream" for a few years.
For those that earn their way to an enjoyable flying job, I'm sure it would be very difficult to go back to a management job. What I meant is that it is easier for someone who is unemployed but has management experience to get a management job than for an experienced unemployed pilot to find a flying job. Managers can switch companies and GAIN seniority, better pay, and better benefits instead of losing them...