Originally Posted by
strobelighton
What is the source of these rumours? Where will the aircraft be based? I have searched high and low and there is no information even hinting at this. I can't see why they would/should prioritise the TCX guys when they have a hold pool full of people equally qualified (and some with type ratings on airbus... hence the application for non TR), who are also available to start at short notice.
Maybe easy SOP wise. Jet2 have no recent experience of airbus. Transport the TCX crews and their SOP’s. Get their trainers in. And their manuals. That makes it significantly easier for the training department. And go to the authority with a ready made package which makes it all quicker to approve.
I have no insider knowledge by the way. I’m just stating one reason why TCX crews may be prioritised over others.