SWAcapt if I was in your position right now I would still be in flying. That is the whole point. There are the "haves" and "have nots". For those that got in before the burst and managed to build up some seniority in a stable airline congratulations. You are very fortunate. For everyone else that is either on furlough, live in fear of furlough (or having their pay and benefits slashed), or have not even made it yet (like myself) we are not so fortunate. This has given myself and many others pause as to whether this career is still worth the sacrifice. Incidentally, I also served on active duty and also have quite a bit of civilian aerobatic experience so I can handle stress. Not to mention working 3 part-time jobs at once during college to help cover the staggering cost of an aeronautical degree. My congratulations on your SWA job. Now that is a well run airline!