Huck
I know what its like to have to give up things you love because you can't make a living at it.
the whole concept would be thrown out if you could develop an absolutely OBJECTIVE test of who does a good job as an airline pilot and who doesn't...with various degrees...throw out the seniority system and only go by who does the best.
and I would sure like to know how someone is getting a six figure retirement after so many legacy carriers had to give up their pension program. Before 911, I was on track to get a 132k pension. now, it will be pennies on the dollar.