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Originally Posted by
SkyHigh
You have enjoyed a better return in aviation than the next generation will be able to expect. We are all happy for you and your windfall employment. If future generations were to follow your advise then they most likely will be able to add impoverished to their list of accomplishments.
In case you didn't know, the world extends beyond yourself.
SkyHigh
No ******? I've been investing in my IRA since I was 25 and 401(k) since I was 29. My life after FDX does not depend on an "A" plan retirement.
You just don't get it, do you? There are many rewarding flying careers besides flying for FDX. If I hadn't gotten hired here I'd be somewhere else, doing what I've dreamed of since I knew what an airplane was.
Most of my friends have been at the Legacies for 20+ years. Even though they have taken a big hit they still aren't doing horrible and all (except the US guy, at least he's not furloughed) are making over $100k/year.
Future Aviators: Don't let this guy kill your dream. It's still a great life. But it's a different life than that of the ground pounders.