Hardlanding,
I’m in the same boat as you. Currently very junior on the a320 based out of Gatwick and looking at jumping ship to Virgin. You mention that most folk are fine to fly with. Whilst I agree with this statement, I can’t help but notice that it is very noticable when flying with a skipper who is ex easyJet, Monarch, TUI etc. The atmosphere and day just tends to be a little bit more relaxed and enjoyable. Just an observation I’ve personally made...
How long does it take to for a Manchester base? Ive searched everywhere but can’t find an answer to this. Also, I’ve read recently that Virgin are looking to expand operations out of Manchester significantly and take a lot of the Thomas cook slots and that Virgin see MAN as their potential second hub? Also, I’m interested to know more about this pay B scale too? What is the current take home for a new FO approximately (as it stands not inc the B scale).
A couple of example rosters for different fleets would be great to see too if available.
Cheers in advance.
Any help or info is much appreciated.
Originally Posted by
HardLanding1
Hi All,
I’m currently a junior LH P2 at BA and can honestly say I’m really not happy with it. The people I fly with are great, but I find that the company is toxic and the rosters untenable. As it stands I’m looking to jump ship and Virgin seems like the obvious choice as I like doing LH.
I’ve done a fair bit of research on life at Virgin, but as a lot less people are moaning about it on here, and I don’t know any other VS pilots, it’s quite hard for me to paint a full picture. Are there any VS pilots here that could clear some things up for me? (Even better if it’s someone who’s done a BA-VS move). In particular I’ve got the following q’s:
1: How are the rosters and what dictates taken a 3rd (and 4th?) pilot? I know about the 750 limit and rotating seniority, but not much more than that.
2: How is crew interaction? Is there an obvious FD/CC split or do people socialise and act as a whole crew
3: I’ve read rumours about a B pay scale, have these materialised and would I likely be recruited into it if so?
4: How easy is it to commute and how does staff travel work?
and any other insights/info you can give would be greatly appreciated!
ATB