Originally Posted by Red Forman

Sky,

You always say how expensive it is to be in this profession, and if you are stupid and go to one of those expensive schools, then yes it is very expensive. Although, there are cheaper alternatives; my brother got a good education and became an engineer and I spent the same amount of money getting a degree and learning how to fly. Guess what, I am 25 and he is 27 and we are making about the same amount after we put in similar amounts as well.

The problem is people over extend themselves and don't live within their means. I know guys making $30,000 a year while raising a family that are doing better than guys pulling in $500,000 and also raising a family. I also forgot to mention that with my flying job I am home a lot and rarely have a layover, but I guess with your reasoning I am not a good family man because I work in the aviation field and am on occasion away from home.