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CaptainCarl 02-24-2014 05:35 PM

This is what's wrong with the industry.


Originally Posted by Survey results as of today
I just have to fly no matter what | 53 | 38.69%

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Let's rephrase the question:

I just have to fly... even if it means abandoning your family.
I just have to fly... even if it means killing a puppy.
I just have to fly... even if it means investing in a lifetime supply of KY.

How about now? Still have that urge to fly, "no matter what?"

Boomer 02-24-2014 05:47 PM

Option 6 - TV show or movie depicting flying

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Since I can only vote once.

9kBud 02-24-2014 06:14 PM


Originally Posted by CaptainCarl (Post 1588992)
This is what's wrong with the industry.



http://www.reactiongifs.com/wp-conte...07/smoking.gif

Let's rephrase the question:

I just have to fly... even if it means abandoning your family.
I just have to fly... even if it means killing a puppy.
I just have to fly... even if it means investing in a lifetime supply of KY.

How about now? Still have that urge to fly, "no matter what?"

Relax Captain Literal, I'm sure a lot of us picked this one simply because we enjoy flying, and because it fits better than the other reasons. I'd rather fly with someone doing it because they enjoy the job than someone who's in it for the money (delusional) or for the rank or wearing the spiffy uniform (vain). It doesn't mean we don't care about the money either (also delusional).

CaptainCarl 02-24-2014 06:56 PM


Originally Posted by 9kBud (Post 1589012)
Relax Captain Literal, I'm sure a lot of us picked this one simply because we enjoy flying, and because it fits better than the other reasons. I'd rather fly with someone doing it because they enjoy the job than someone who's in it for the money (delusional) or for the rank or wearing the spiffy uniform (vain). It doesn't mean we don't care about the money either (also delusional).

I see your point. You must admit though, there are those out there willing to fly just for the sake of flying itself. Those folks are dangerous to those of us combining our passion for flying with the career it can provide.

For the record, I'm in this business for 7 of the available 10 options. But I won't do it "no matter what." :cool:

B200 Hawk 02-24-2014 07:12 PM

it is the closest to a videogame i could find. i would have just gone the professional videogamer route but sadly i cant afford online play right now to improve my game. hopefully when i make a decent wage i can start honing my skills online and get sponsored to join Major League Gaming. the irony is sad.

JetRage 02-24-2014 07:18 PM

Sunrises/Sunsets are a pretty big % of it.

exwaterski 02-24-2014 08:23 PM

How about because it's a non-traditional job and a lot of us would rather cut our wrist rather than spend one day in cubicle hell.

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Unfortunately this is also why we're so easy to take advantage of.

9kBud 02-24-2014 09:39 PM


Originally Posted by CaptainCarl (Post 1589045)
I see your point. You must admit though, there are those out there willing to fly just for the sake of flying itself. Those folks are dangerous to those of us combining our passion for flying with the career it can provide.

For the record, I'm in this business for 7 of the available 10 options. But I won't do it "no matter what." :cool:

No sweat, I just don't like being grouped with those SJS, sell out your brethren, anything for flying people.

Caution Terrain 02-24-2014 10:52 PM

Know thyself
 
I hate my mom.

swampfoxviper 02-25-2014 04:27 AM

http://www.quickmeme.com/img/61/618e...7530f8592b.jpg

But really, the F16 was cool and all. The mission was sweet and war was fun.

Out of them all, I would say my most fun was flying with you younger guys on the RJ. Let me tell ya, UAL isn't that fun compared to a nice 16 hour overnight in LEX, ALB, CAE, or wherever else with a great crew.


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