Notices
Hangar Talk For non-aviation-related discussion and aviation threads that don't belong elsewhere

Marrying a pilot...

Old 10-28-2017, 02:26 PM
  #1  
Line Holder
Thread Starter
 
Joined APC: Apr 2017
Position: CFI
Posts: 88
Default Marrying a pilot...

I know this is an online forum, not counseling but some advice would be greatly appreciated.

I’m in a relationship with another pilot at the university I’m studying at.

My question is, have you ever seen a marriage between 2 pilots at the airlines? I truly think she is the one, but can’t get over how In the world that would play out. Especially since I would like to have children one day.

I honestly just don’t want to waste 5 years of my life trying to make it work, and ultimately having it end in a divorce.

Let me know your input on this.

Thanks, John


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
jdebrey is offline  
Old 10-28-2017, 02:36 PM
  #2  
Line Holder
 
Joined APC: Jul 2014
Position: CRJ 700/900
Posts: 94
Default

Originally Posted by jdebrey View Post
I know this is an online forum, not counseling but some advice would be greatly appreciated.

I’m in a relationship with another pilot at the university I’m studying at.

My question is, have you ever seen a marriage between 2 pilots at the airlines? I truly think she is the one, but can’t get over how In the world that would play out. Especially since I would like to have children one day.

I honestly just don’t want to waste 5 years of my life trying to make it work, and ultimately having it end in a divorce.

Let me know your input on this.

Thanks, John


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
They say you’re not a real airline pilot until you’re divorced once and furloughed twice, so... take that what it’s worth. In reality, your profession has less to do with it. If it’ll work, it’ll work; if it won’t, it won’t. Good luck!
Ging is offline  
Old 10-28-2017, 02:43 PM
  #3  
Gets Weekends Off
 
galaxy flyer's Avatar
 
Joined APC: May 2010
Position: Baja Vermont
Posts: 5,168
Default

A friend was married to another FT pilot, they frequently “met” at 30W, less at home. It’s probably tougher with both being pilots.

GF
galaxy flyer is offline  
Old 10-28-2017, 03:05 PM
  #4  
Prime Minister/Moderator
 
rickair7777's Avatar
 
Joined APC: Jan 2006
Position: Engines Turn Or People Swim
Posts: 39,100
Default

Crew marriages are tough with kids, 18 plus years of bidding alternate schedules.

Been everywhere, seen a lot, have some perspective. I wouldn't do it unless one of you is willing to ditch the airlines. Or if you're sure you don't want kids.

The silver lining... Kids will already be used to time sharing the parents when the divorce goes down.
rickair7777 is offline  
Old 10-28-2017, 03:08 PM
  #5  
Gets Weekends Off
 
detpilot's Avatar
 
Joined APC: Oct 2005
Position: Trying not to crash
Posts: 1,260
Default

Honestly... All romantic feelings aside, look for a teacher or a nurse or some other extremely portable job. And find someone who makes friends easily and is very independent. My 2 cents. Pilot is not high on the list of compatible spouse professions, but there are worse picks.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G891A using Tapatalk
detpilot is offline  
Old 10-28-2017, 03:28 PM
  #6  
Swearing at the FMA
 
kansas's Avatar
 
Joined APC: Jun 2006
Position: MD-88 FO
Posts: 902
Default

It can be done. Make sure you're both willing to live in a base you share. This will likely mean a lot of moving around and uncertainty. Also be sure that each of your are willing to give up the career to stay home if you're planning on kids.

Don't commute in this situation.
kansas is offline  
Old 10-28-2017, 03:35 PM
  #7  
Gets Weekends Off
 
Joined APC: Feb 2015
Posts: 319
Default

I know some pilot couples who make it work. But it's a short list. One couple was bidding trips together, until the FO wife put in a Captain bid and got it. On the other hand, I've seen a whole boatload of pilot/flight attendant marriages. Granted, it's usually the second marriage for the pilot. But they face the same scheduling issues. It can be done. If she's truly the one for you, you will find a way to make it work.
Broncos is offline  
Old 10-28-2017, 04:04 PM
  #8  
Banned
 
Slaphappy's Avatar
 
Joined APC: May 2006
Posts: 1,192
Default

Originally Posted by jdebrey View Post
I know this is an online forum, not counseling but some advice would be greatly appreciated.

I’m in a relationship with another pilot at the university I’m studying at.

My question is, have you ever seen a marriage between 2 pilots at the airlines? I truly think she is the one, but can’t get over how In the world that would play out. Especially since I would like to have children one day.

I honestly just don’t want to waste 5 years of my life trying to make it work, and ultimately having it end in a divorce.

Let me know your input on this.

Thanks, John


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Not to be a buzzkill but every pilot couple I've known has divorced.
Slaphappy is offline  
Old 10-28-2017, 04:05 PM
  #9  
Retired.
 
Csy Mon's Avatar
 
Joined APC: Mar 2010
Posts: 411
Default

Been there, done that.
It lasted 4 years.
Possibly clash of equally strong personalities, not sure.
Others have made it work, I know a few couple @ FedEx and AA.
Csy Mon is offline  
Old 10-28-2017, 04:20 PM
  #10  
Layover Master
 
Joined APC: Jan 2013
Position: Seated
Posts: 4,309
Default

I honestly know one set of pilots that got married... She cheated on him with another pilot. #dumpsterfire
PotatoChip is offline  
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
RockBottom
Major
72
08-10-2006 04:07 AM

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On


Thread Tools
Search this Thread
Your Privacy Choices