Originally Posted by
eersfanpilot
If we go through school and get a BS degree (around 120 hours) and also our Commerical Multi (Around 250-260 hours) we spend nearly enough time training to have 3 BS degrees!
That's a non sequitur. Obtaining a commercial/multi is relatively easy and no big accomplishment. The accomplishment is what you do after getting your ratings. Hours in an airplane to obtain a pilot certificate are not comparable to college credit hours.....not even close.
Originally Posted by
eersfanpilot
It's about time we start getting paid what we are worth as professionals. Demand respect for yourself and your profession and expect to be paid like a professional.
I agree. However, remember that we're talking about a Jetstream 32. Don't expect a 737 wage for a Jetstream.