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Hello Jasper
You are one to behold really.
Josh has no influence over me, never did have. He is am imbecile promoted above his ability. There is a phrase for that, it is called the 'Peter Principle', common amongst operations that have large nepotistic tendencies.
Glad you asked about my tongue though. It has been firmly wedged into the ears of several individuals and authorities ever since that lovely day out at CXI recently.
There is no doubt that the FJ operation will be improved in the future, proper management, less government influence and global standards as opposed to 'local standards'.
In the meantime I am dealing with a bigger, wealthier and more insidious danger to global aviation than FJ, but rest assured I will be able to focus on the Nadi corruption in due time.
All the best, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year.
Josh has no influence over me, never did have. He is am imbecile promoted above his ability. There is a phrase for that, it is called the 'Peter Principle', common amongst operations that have large nepotistic tendencies.
Glad you asked about my tongue though. It has been firmly wedged into the ears of several individuals and authorities ever since that lovely day out at CXI recently.
There is no doubt that the FJ operation will be improved in the future, proper management, less government influence and global standards as opposed to 'local standards'.
In the meantime I am dealing with a bigger, wealthier and more insidious danger to global aviation than FJ, but rest assured I will be able to focus on the Nadi corruption in due time.
All the best, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year.
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Besides all the bashing going on over here - is there anyone who could provide me with a sample roster of a typical month for FO on the 73? .
How is the atmosphere in the flightdeck? Any anti expats behaviour ?
Im considering this as a temporary position with not very high expectations. I wish to take my girlfriend as well ...
best regards
How is the atmosphere in the flightdeck? Any anti expats behaviour ?
Im considering this as a temporary position with not very high expectations. I wish to take my girlfriend as well ...
best regards
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The flying is easy, weather is benign, the colleagues are mostly delightful. The equipment is fine. CAAFI standards declined with the enforced departure of the previous Chief Inspector.
Only flew about 600 hours per year. Layovers were a pleasure.
Crew food was awful though. Carrot sandwich, honestly!
No anti expat behaviour, quite the opposite. Despite what is on here, I really enjoyed my time there.
The only problem that exists is the simpletons in charge. Rostering buffoon and village chief ( can't call him a pilot as he is grounded), both out of their depth.
For a short term placement with no possibility of upgrade, it is hard to beat. Since I left I have directed a few friends towards Fiji, with a proper briefing of course.
The flying is easy, weather is benign, the colleagues are mostly delightful. The equipment is fine. CAAFI standards declined with the enforced departure of the previous Chief Inspector.
Only flew about 600 hours per year. Layovers were a pleasure.
Crew food was awful though. Carrot sandwich, honestly!
No anti expat behaviour, quite the opposite. Despite what is on here, I really enjoyed my time there.
The only problem that exists is the simpletons in charge. Rostering buffoon and village chief ( can't call him a pilot as he is grounded), both out of their depth.
For a short term placement with no possibility of upgrade, it is hard to beat. Since I left I have directed a few friends towards Fiji, with a proper briefing of course.
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Well, FJ are still advertising.
I'm looking at applying to them at the moment. It's either that or apply to Blue Air for a Cyprus or Italy base (a bit closer to the UK).
Can anyone advise on the pros and cons of joining the B737 fleet at FJ?
Where does one pay tax and how much?
Regards.
I'm looking at applying to them at the moment. It's either that or apply to Blue Air for a Cyprus or Italy base (a bit closer to the UK).
Can anyone advise on the pros and cons of joining the B737 fleet at FJ?
Where does one pay tax and how much?
Regards.
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Does anyone know what happened to the check and training captain, wait for it the Check and wait for it training captain. Thats right they trained and checked their pilots. Anyway this check and training captain left air pac to sell sandwiches and became the sandwich baron millionaire.
Last I heard he was a freight dog on some second rate airline, may be his sandwich didn't taste too good just like his mate who sold cold coffee.
Well if they couldn't cook at least they were good operators. Thats what they always say they were good operators of the airplane. They were good at operating the flush on the toilet of the aircraft.
Last I heard he was a freight dog on some second rate airline, may be his sandwich didn't taste too good just like his mate who sold cold coffee.
Well if they couldn't cook at least they were good operators. Thats what they always say they were good operators of the airplane. They were good at operating the flush on the toilet of the aircraft.
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Good afternoon everybody
I'm trying to find some information from expat contract FJ pilots with regard to the tax situation, particularly as it applies to Australia / NZ base. The information from the agencies is a bit unclear.
I understand the salary quoted is "tax paid" in Fiji, but is it possible to get any paperwork from the company or the Fiji tax authority to that effect? Has anyone working for FJ been assessed by the tax man in NZ or Australia, and if so what was the outcome?
Thanks for your help
E.R.
I'm trying to find some information from expat contract FJ pilots with regard to the tax situation, particularly as it applies to Australia / NZ base. The information from the agencies is a bit unclear.
I understand the salary quoted is "tax paid" in Fiji, but is it possible to get any paperwork from the company or the Fiji tax authority to that effect? Has anyone working for FJ been assessed by the tax man in NZ or Australia, and if so what was the outcome?
Thanks for your help
E.R.
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I am very seriously considering this job to get more time at home.... is it a regular occurrence to not get 10 block days off at home base? The contract says 20/10 "subject to operational requirements", so basically they can do whatever the hell they like? I have read the entire thread, has anything changed in the last 12 months? cheers
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Nice place to work.
Look, folks, this is a small airline. 5 737s and 4 A330s on the jet side. There are 3 ATRs and 3 Twin Otters on the FJ Link side. Not a major carrier. So of course things are not going to be like working for a unionized major. That being said, it's a very nice place to work. I have never not received a paycheck or my allowances. FJ operates to ICAO/ IATA standards as well as FAA, CASA, CAA, Hong Kong, Singapore, etc. We fly to some pretty nice places. For tax, well, that depends on your contract. If you get hired with IAC - which I recommend - you'll be paid in NZD by an Aussie company. Can't speak for the other contract companies. If you're Yank, Aussie or Kiwi, I think you're responsible for tax in your country. There are some direct hire pilots who must pay tax in Fiji. The company has been good about honoring 10 days off per month, per the contract, but every now and then, to keep the planes flying we have to give up some days off. Any days worked over 20 get paid at OT rate. Fair enough. If you live in Europe or South Africa or Brazil and think you're going to commute, I suggest you pull out a globe and a piece of string and measure how many time zones you'll be crossing, and then think again. Even mainland US and Canadian pilots. It's 11 hours from LAX. And you leave on Thursday to get here Saturday, so you lose 2 days, really... Small airline. They cannot guarantee biz class like KAL or CS or whomever. THINK LONG AND HARD ABOUT THE COMMUTE. IT IS NOT FUN. That being said, this is a good gig for Kiwis and Aussies especially if you are based in Sydney or Brisbane. Great for people who don't want to commute every month. Come explore the pacific. Bring your partner. Partner not willing to move?? There's your answer... Many have come to Fiji and used their 10 days off to explore Fiji, Oceania, and Australasia, and have had amazing experiences here. For everyone else, this is FIJI not Dubai. Please don't come here from half way around the world and then complain about the commute. Or the lack of nightlife/ shopping/ whatever. In fact, wherever you are thinking of going, be it Istanbul, Ethiopia, Shanghai, or Nadi... I STRONGLY recommend that you go spend at least a week there before you accept the job. After all, there's probably a reason that "Lucky" air pays $300K/ year...
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Regarding upgrades: Fiji Airways does not upgrade expats. Whatever contract you are hired on you shall remain on. EOS. Do not let anyone convince you otherwise. If you are a captain you might be selected as an instructor or checker. That happens, for those with qualifications and experience. Longreach seems to be telling their contractees that they might get upgraded. The folks that I met at Longreach seemed pretty straight up, so I cannot fathom why they would lie like that. It really wrecked their credibility with me. Either they have bad information or they are fishing. Either way, it is irresponsible for them to announce something like that that is patently untrue. Could upgrades happen in the future? Yes. Could you win the lottery. Yes. Is that likely? No. To apply history as a guide: the last expat who was upgraded was almost two decades ago.
I was chatting to a mate there last week who has been rostered an upgrade to Captain on the 330 next month. So maybe the upgrade is possible..... although he did say he would believe it epwhen it actually happens as he has been promised for at least 18 months now that it would be soon. This is the first time some training has been 'rostered' though, so you never know.
There's an expat Kiwi who's been with FJ for a couple of years and is supposedly getting an upgrade to left seat on the 737 soon.
I agree it's not the norm though, and should not be expected.
I agree it's not the norm though, and should not be expected.
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I see this thread has gone a bit quiet last few months. Some good info here though, so thanks all.
I'm thinking of Fiji as a possible option. What I would be ideal for me however is to bring my wife there, and not always commute back on the days off. Stay and enjoy the area as Aloha suggests in his post above.
I was under the impression on the commuting contract this wasn't possible, as I'm essentially mixing the best of the commuting contract and the direct hire contract. Is that right?
Can you take the missus with you on the commuting contract. Can you stay on the off block?
Just some quick background. I'm a skipper so upgrade is not an issue. I've been expat for 17 odd years and this would be a means to get back closer to home.
Cheers to anybody that offers some insight
I'm thinking of Fiji as a possible option. What I would be ideal for me however is to bring my wife there, and not always commute back on the days off. Stay and enjoy the area as Aloha suggests in his post above.
I was under the impression on the commuting contract this wasn't possible, as I'm essentially mixing the best of the commuting contract and the direct hire contract. Is that right?
Can you take the missus with you on the commuting contract. Can you stay on the off block?
Just some quick background. I'm a skipper so upgrade is not an issue. I've been expat for 17 odd years and this would be a means to get back closer to home.
Cheers to anybody that offers some insight