Originally Posted by
rudestuff
...you don't need a degree and they are very expensive. You will spend half the money and get an airline job quicker without one. Time and money are usually the biggest factors. Your goal should be to get into the RHS as quick as possible. The first job isn't going to be a Major, it'll be a commuter airline: you'll need to turn up with an ATP and a pulse. You can always get a Degree part-time later on if you want to go for the Majors and still think you need one..
rudestuff,
Certainly no disputing what you said. It points out the reality of getting launched in an airline career these days.
Since Michael is new to this game and
might be leaning toward a degree, I wanted to point out some angles he may not have considered.
If he can fly and get a degree on the side while doing it, he's a better man than I. The thought of that makes me want to go lie down on the couch.