The pay rates look nearly identical (except SKYW's ridiculous first year pay). But take into account that Skywest pilots are flying 70-90 seaters for what those of us at XJT are flying 50 seaters for. Thats when the wheels come off the wagon. Go compare other 70-90 seat rates to Skywest's then you will see a difference. Just to give you something to compare, I am on pace to make $25K my first year here at XJT. Not stellar but could be worse. If I go do the corporate thing, min guarantee is $56K for a 2nd year FO. ($52/hr x 90 hr guarantee x 12 months)