Originally Posted by
DrongoDriver
Just a thought, why don’t the RFDS go two crew?
Get a low-time (500-700hr pilot) in the RHS, get them involved in the operation. Get experience with a mentor in the LHS then after a few years move them into the left seat.
But I agree, the RFDS pilots definitely need to be on an airline salary. Simple market economics, pay more for a better product.
The day RFDS go two-crew will be the day I hand in my resignation.
Luckily, it won’t happen.
Completely agree with your last paragraph.