I mean to denigrate no one in particular, yet, I do mean to indict everyone in general.
There are many more options, outside of "Aviation", that present more realistic opportunities as regards benefits and health care for a family.
It's out there.
- I have Private Health Insurance for LESS ( on a monthly basis ) than it cost me with any airline I have worked for.
- My Son just had over $1000.00 in Dental Work done via the State.
( And that is Pre-Obama. )
I hope everyone can find their way...I just hate to see the Industry become what it has.
Unfortunately, it is what it is, and therefore, it shall continue to be ....perpetuated on the backs of willing Slaves.
Slaves to an Ideal.
An Ideal that no longer exists.
A hope, a dream, and a wish.
Much like a relationship in decline between a Man and Woman...We hold on to that which we wish could be.
(P.S. - Any Chicks who Dig my sensitivity please call: 555-980-8869. I have New Age Music, Varietal Wines, and Macrame'. )
YKMKW
Good stuff.
With regard to the hopes and dreams stuff, I think guys as they get older eventually come to the realization that even when times are good, you are away from home A LOT (relatively speaking), living half of your life in a hotel is not ideal, commuting is tiresome, and the hustle and bustle of busy airports begins to wear on you. No amount of money takes that away.
In summary, eventually airline flying becomes a JAY-OH-BEE, just like any other occupation does when you HAVE to do it to support yourself and your family.