Originally Posted by
Florida Flyer
Maybe I just have a different take on the situation, but personally, I'd rather be gainefully employed at my stagnant regional and be able to pay my bills, rather than be furloughed on some mainline seniority list clipping coupons and collecting unemployment, wondering if the repo man is going to show up in the middle of the night. Anyone who has a job in aviation at this time (Regional or Major) is extremely fortunate, and no matter where you may be (Regional or Major), you have it better than someone on the street. This is my point. Good luck to all on furlough everywhere, and I hope this economy turns around soon and we can all be back in the sky soon.
There are jobs out there that pay far more then 1st year FO regional pay. I could slash my budget by 50%, and still not live on min guarantee from any regional's first year pay. And one has to make the jump to a Legacy sometime. If you're feeling cozy in your FO spot at a regional wait to you get to CA and start making more money. The longer you wait to make the jump, the harder it will get for you to leave. With your mentality you will never leave, because this industry is constantly facing threats.
If DAL drops the F-Bomb and I hit the street, I'll find a way to support my family. It will most likely be OUTSIDE of aviation because I don't want to work at the bottom of a regional list, and I will also view it as an opportunity to take a break from flying and spend more time with my family. I have ZERO regrets about leaving my regional and coming to
DAL-N, and I think it will pay off very shortly. JMHO.
Good Luck to you.
