Originally Posted by
SkyHigh
I started in the 1980's. My generation of pilots did not have access to the information that new pilots do now. The industry was also very different then. It puzzles me as to why someone with all the proper information would intentionally pursue this career unless they have intend to martyr their lives to aviation.
I don't believe that a rational person would blow a fortune on college and flight training expenses unless they held the belief that they were going to be flying for SWA within a few years of graduation. How else can you justify the expense? The only other explanation is that aviation is a hobby job akin to music and art and no one really expects to see their money again.
At least my generation had an excuse.
Skyhigh
I have been reading your posts and you kind of sound like my Grandpa. Why do you feel the need to justify your actions or anyone elses? I got into Aviation because it was my calling. Why? I dont know. I do know that flying is and always has been a passion for many people and that no matter what information or advice was presented to them in a negative light, they would still pursue it weather in a professional or private manner. I was told alot of negative and positive things about the aviation industry. I choose the positive. Maybe you should to.