Paying more money is most definitely not the answer. Having jumped ship from the RAF over a decade ago, I can assure you that more money does not make you happier or more tolerant. More money doesn't make you feel more valued, doesn't make your job more satisfying. Job satisfaction these days comes from within yourself and doing the best you can despite the best efforts of the people around you. You can certainly earn more money in the airlines but you necessarily be any happier for it.