[Coney]

Okay. I find myself pondering career paths, lately. I instruct at an airport that allows me to see a lot of corporate/fractional pilots in the terminal building (i.e., pilots of Citations, Lears, Falcons, etc.). I wonder what the QOL is like. How's the money? How often are they away from home? I must say, it seems like pretty decent life.

Then I consider the QOL of regional airline pilots. I already know the starting salary is awfully weak, but do the regionals offer things that offset such a low income? Is the QOL better or worse than that of the GA pilot?

So, here's the fundamental question that I'm wrestling with: Should I accrue a couple hundred more hours and begin applying to the regionals, or should I hold out for the 135 minimums and try for a fractional/corporate job? Any info or opinions from those who know is appreciated.

Thanks in advance!! -- JJC