A lot of these pilots have been trained by the US military and if not, that is who they are competing against. Every seen what a seal goes through in hell week. Talked to one that is an AA pilot and he said that was nothing compared to what else they go through.
They are qualified. How much did you make at your first job. They will move up or get out. On the other end of the spectrum, a regional captain can make up to 100k and move on to a mainline carrier for considerably more.
The crash pads are a convenience to be close to the airport. Nine in a one bedroom, BS. Misleading and sloppy journalism. Change the title to the thread as well.
You are safer in a commercial plane than in your own car.
Yea, its part of their journey. They all possiblity of promotion, and have avenues to explore for additional salary.