Originally Posted by
V-Jet
That's likely because he knew he wouldn't be doing much 'real' flying and saw some benefit in a 787 endorsement. I think it's a long bow to draw to suggest he couldn't wait to get a 30% pay cut and work 20+ hour sectors!
Given his leisure travel category, it is probable his 'package' does not resemble a pilot 'package'.
Given Qantas is headquartered in Sydney Australia, will the individual be 'allocated' a Sydney position?