Originally Posted by
gtseraf
there seems to be a new way of applying the rules, which appear to be negatively impacting the commute right now, resulting in many pilots having to commute back for work a day earlier than they used to.
the new bonus jrmyl is referring to, is only guaranteed for the next 3 years, after that, who knows. Rumours abound that this bonus will not be continued. However, it would be best to wait a while before getting too excited. I certainly am NOT budgeting on the bonus being continued. Plan for the worst, hope for the best.
BTW, the numbers leaving have not decreased over the past year or so, so retention appears to be a big problem here still.
Thing is commuting (this far) is not for everybody, and while some find it ok, most will eventually give up. I’ve seen it at many airlines. Considering the destinations, basings do not make sense, so you either make it a permanent ek-like job, or accept the retention problem. Which in such a small operation is probably the least problematic solution