I've earned my living for 25 years now, flying helicopters. My mates are now 747 Qantas captain, having problems balancing on their wallets and I'm in some god forsaken part of the world putting up with yet another "interesting" employer. Personally I think it's a lousy industry and I'd advise anyone whose interested to sets their sights on the airline industry. And with the fat wallet you can fly helos on your days off :-)
Cheers