Originally Posted by
KiwiAvi8er
There have been quite a few SO’s from Cathay hired by Air NZ recently. Some of these SO’s had been at Cathay less than 2 years so they’ve obviously decided what ever bond there is (I don’t know the details) is worth paying, for the opportunity to get on NZ’s list. Bear in mind this is during the back end of their growth spurt. The amount of pilots they need will reduce over the next few years which will raise the hour requirements they look for.
29 isn’t old to be getting in to aviation either. If you’re about to start a family you might even find the Turboprop gig in NZ more suitable for time at home. The pay is reasonable and it’s quick to a command.
Thanks for the insight. I doubt they take anyone with less than 500 hrs but if I could skip 3-4 years in being an instructor then it seems going to cathays is a good option. If im at 500 hrs and had to choose turboprop or cathays, id stick to airnz. Only if cathays take me or anywhere straight after flight school then ill go wherever then to airnz jets. Ill keep dreaming