Great Poll.
I have to say that it must still be highly desirable. The simple laws of economics of supply and demand back this up.
The world always seemed a better place when one was younger, but is it or have the gripes that come free with old age quietly crept in? Terms and conditions seem to erode, allowances seem to erode and it pay seems to erode, but that’s not restricted to aviation. When you think of all the other jobs one could be doing with the qualifications needed to be an airline pilot (a couple of A levels maybe and some hard work to regurgitate info in multi-guess form) - the pay and terms and conditions don't seem all that bad.
One thing to remember though. Passing experience is one thing, but one should never influence the ambitions and dreams of so many. Anyone who wants to be an Airline pilot should get help and support from the team he / she is trying to join.
I have family and friends in the business and they all say that if you are prepared to work hard - it's a wonderful life. Isn't that the same for any job?
