Living the dream? Been doing it for ages.
I have been at this private/charter/corporate game since 1989 and I've had a few jobs, some better than others. What I've gleaned is no matter what the job it's the ATTITUDE that will help you get along and move ahead of the rest. Anyone can fly a plane, we all know that, but not anyone can have the right attitude about what is important. Grumbling about this roster or that captain only makes it appear worse to YOU and no one else cares.
I live in the San Francisco Bay Area and could find plenty to grumble about but I choose not to. It is very expensive to live here, however, I feel fortunate to have spent my entire career here...and raised a family.
Global Express. Owner only/no charter. 3 pilots. Aircraft flies 350 hours per with a fair roster. Salary about average. Quality of life much above average.
Sorry for the rant.
Last edited by ksjc; 3rd Mar 2015 at 04:33.