Originally Posted by
N118NW
Not all of us care about money. Flying is my passion, has been for the previous 10 years... right now while I'm waiting for the industry to turn around, I'm paying off my debts and saving money, so that when I do get picked up by an airline, even if the pay is low for a year or so, I have enough in savings to assist my financial responsibilities.
I think I just threw up a little. People that fly because of "passion" or love should stick to GA otherwise it clouds judgement. Do I enjoy flying absolutely, would I pick another career if it pays better and home every night. In a heartbeat.
One day the number of people willing to spend 100k for training only to earn 40k after five years will dry up. When that happens pay will come up. That is the only way I see it happening.