Originally Posted by
Waves
So just so I get credit for another post (I'm trying to catch acl, ha) here's one thing we need to fix. I'll never get to fly it, but the 747 should be a much higher pay rate than the 777. The same rate, are you kidding me? To have those pay rates the same is an insult to that magnificent machine and 8th wonder of the world. Weight, range, and speed, my friends. Even us junior guys should push for that one. It's just not right the way it is.
I disagree. (and I am pretty darn junior). High payrates on the biggest metal is a great idea when everybody will get to spend the last 3-5 years as a captain on said metal, AND IF YOU HAVE PENSIONS BASED ON FAE....
We have retirements based on % of earnings now. As such, I would MUCH rather see higher payrates SOONER(and end up flatter later) rather than make up for it with trying to top out high late so I can take advantage of compounding and have a better retirement.
It goes back to career earnings, not earnings at the end of the career.