Originally Posted by
krismiler
At one time ANZ had the longest time to upgrade in the world, 20 years. What's the demographic of the current Captains ? If they're mostly in their 40s you could have a very long wait, if they're mostly 60 plus then jump at it.
Widebody Commands start around 1994 DOJ, Airbus Commands about 2007.
There's likely a few younger Widebody Captains on the 787 (Late 40's early 50's) but most will be late 50's or older, especially on the 777.
It's a slow start at Air NZ. With ~1000 Jet Pilots, FO 787 and Capt A320 sit ~650 on the list so that's 3-400 retirements away assuming no expansion. Retirements are apparently going to average ~30 year for the foreseeable future.
Someone who's mid-late 20's, could probably expect a Widebody command around 45-50, which is much better than some of the FO's in their 60's still waiting to upgrade.
Ultimately, you don't join Air NZ for the upgrades. You join in the hopes that you'll retire here and never have to look for work again.