They are taking direct entry candidates through the TRSS. If you want to improve your chances of a job then you can indicate on your application that you are happy to go through the scheme regardless of your experience.
It is standard practice in the states (Southwest) for you to get your own type rating and unfortunately for some, the market seems to be able to support it at present.
Why not look differrently at it and decide whether it is right for you rather than making the comparison with others who were lucky enough to have gone before you. If you are currently flying a turoprop earning say £28 000 than you can join the scheme as a SFO, earn £30 000 (after the reduction for type rating), there is no money up front and there is the best chance of a promotion in the business. Also you may fly two types (B737, A319) in the future (no not at the same time!) and have what seems to be pretty good job security.
Or stay in your current job.
NG
