I hve to say having been flying in the Airlines for over 15 yrs I still overall enjoy it. I feel like my job is very secure and though I would not admit to management I am fairly well paid with good time off. Comparing to most of my uni friends I feel better off with regard to renumeration and security. There is little kudos or perks now but for me to start again in a new career I would probably never reach the same salary level again, unless it was a business venture which has more risks! Rhe one thing for newbies I would say is the level of debt they have to go into is huge and that is what would put me off if I was starting again!