Luke,
I agree as well. You’re on the road more nights a month than the average American BUT the time you have at home is completely and totally free. There are so many 9-5 workers that are gone each night but by the time they answer emails and make phone calls, are they really home? Not really…
As for being alone on trips, you’re really not. You’ve got your crew with you all day and surrounded by (mostly friendly) passengers. When you get to the hotel at night, you can choose to be social and visit with friends or family at the layover city or go out with your crew. Or you can choose to head to your room and get some nice rest and relaxation. It’s totally how you make it. I know being gone so many nights sounds overwhelming now, but honestly, you get used to it!
Another option to think about, flying jobs in Part 91 or 135 operations. It’s not the airline life, but you’re still getting paid to fly airplanes for a living and could be home every night. There are a lot of different gigs with different schedules. It’s just about researching and finding the one that’s best for you and the quality of life you’re looking for.
-Hannah
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