Re: $500 for a buddy pass?! aka \"You GOTS to be kidding\"
I do not agree with it - buddy passes are just that - things you give to friend, to make up for not being able to hang out with them as your schedule is unsociable. I agree he should save up, get a personal/educational loan, or work through training - it will not be easy, but I think it is the correct way to go about it.
My other concern is - it is not easy becoming an airline pilot - behind banging arounf FL, in a small plane, there is a lot of studying, check-rides, etc which produce an great ups and downs which weed out a lot of people.
I do wish the guy the very best and I hope he reaches his dream - however he will need determination, but if he has that he will be flying with us all.