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Is marrying a pilot worth it?
Probably the top perk to marrying into the airline industry is the access to free or heavily discounted air travel around the world. We all know plane tickets are expensive. Just think about how many times you wanted to go somewhere then saw the cost of the ticket. When you marry a pilot, those days are over.
What’s it like dating a pilot?
Dating an airline pilot means that you constantly have to adjust your life around their schedule. Pilots who fly reserve lines, meaning they are on-call, live day-to-day unsure of whether or not they will get used. Even though they may be at home, there is always a chance they will get called into work last minute.
Do pilots cheat alot?
The fact is that yes pilots are constantly being placed in situations that could welcome cheating, but the reality is people are disloyal in their relationships regardless of their profession, and not all pilots fall under this general stereotype. Dating or marrying a pilot does however take a certain type of person.
What is the life of a pilot’s wife like?
I usually just smile and nod, but I know all they see is that you can fly standby for free. Truth is, just like everyone else’s life, the life of a pilot’s wife really can suck. It used to be that pilots were making bank. Now, long time pilots at major airlines make good money, but pilots just starting out make very little.
What is the biggest mistake you can make when dating an airline pilot?
The biggest mistake you can make when dating an airline pilot is depending on them to fill up your social life. The reality is, pilots are away a lot working and when they are home, you might find them needing to sleep off their jet lag. It’s up to you to find ways to occupy your free time.
Is it possible to have a relationship with a pilot?
With long 3-4 day trips away each week, minimum time at home, and short notice scheduling, it takes a strong commitment to maintain a healthy relationship with a pilot. Most people who have never dated or been married to a pilot, hold an assumption that all pilots have affairs or are untrustworthy.
What is it like to be an international flight pilot?
There are usually three pilots on international flights: one captain and two pilots with less seniority. Like any job, there are certain people I don’t like working with, but I’d say 95 percent of the time I love my crew, and we end up meeting up for dinner or something during our layovers. During the flight, everyone gets a rest break.