It appears my thread is wrought with some confusion. Prior to picking up the $150k gavel I was an airline pilot for 4 years. 2 driving RJs and 2 DC-10s for a supp 121 carrier which was cut short by a mishap on my part. I look back on my short flying career fondly, as I feel I never worked a day of those 4 years.
So- thank you, I realize Colgan doesn't fly jets and therefore no FL350... I thought the m[FONT='Calibri','sans-serif']etaphor would be understood by all...[/FONT]

My query grew from the fact that - yes I am a law student. I am attending a school in NYC and I'm considering getting back into flying (while attending school) but only if I can hold a base in the area. So- among many of the complaints that riddle this forum I realize this may offer a small lesson for some-

My previous and your current jobs offer a very flexible schedule that comports with attending school full time. I think a lot of pilots may feel much better given the state of the economy if they had a fall back plan. (I know would and maybe will...) For those of you curious - please feel free to PM me!

Lastly, thanks to those who offered some REAL info as to life at Colgan. I am always refreshed to see postings like "well its not that bad - I have 15 days off a month"

A few more questions to follow-