There are two types of people: those who have flown airplanes for a living and those who have not (whether envious or not).
Among those who have flown for a living, many acknowledge the direct responsibility involved, but some do not, when it is to their advantage.
Unless independently wealthy or with a lucrative second business, those who "fly the line", whether moving people/cargo or instructing, are married to their careers, with few exceptions. This is the truth-anything else is a gross distortion.
Many just enjoy teasing and provocation (often out of envy, jealousy, regrets due to career changes, or fear of flying).
[ 26 July 2001: Message edited by: Ignition Override ]