FixTheMess

First, it's not my "philosophical conundrum." It was told to me when I came into this business over 28-years ago so it has been around for awhile - and as it turns out, has been very accurate.

Second, lying is not a crime unless you are under oath, and it's not cause for civil action. The company does not hold a monopoly on lying. We are lied to regularly by both the company and the union. I guess we could just ask BT, JB, and our union officials not to lie anymore.

Third, it's not a cop out/defense nor did I say that I liked it! It's just the way it is. If you can change it then great. What's the first step? Unify the pilot group? Good luck with that. Hold management accountable? How? Educate the younger pilots still in school? Perhaps - if you could get the very school sucking tens of thousands of dollars from their pockets to let you speak with them.

Fourth, I was taught in my youth there will be things you can change, and you should try to do so, but there will also be things you must learn to adapt to. Not believing everything you hear is a good thing. If you are smart, it keeps you from falling into a hole.

Lastly, I think all of us come into the business because we enjoy it. Keeping the enjoyment depends on how you handle the reality of the industry if you decide to stay.