Originally Posted by
tossbag
havick, they are trotting out the scab narrative. Asking pilots to reconsider applying for jobs that many Americans are applying for, and there aren't enough Americans to fill.
That isn’t how I read the email at all.
It said that the E3 had been used in the past by operators to exploit pilots and drive down conditions. It said that it supports ALPA in opposing efforts from dubious operators to exploit pilots and undermine pay.
It also highlighted the pitfalls of an E3 Visa -
which have been pointed out here a number of times. Specifically, that if your employer terminated your employment - then you are likely to have your visa cancelled on very little notice.
It’s nonsense to suggest that there is a scab narrative. There is clearly a shortfall of qualified pilots in the US and that the major regionals are using what is available to them to simply crew flights, and that they are not undermining current terms and conditions.
It was also a case of buyer beware because you’re ultimately in the US on a very specific visa with very specific requirements.
Finally it highlighted that pilots could still access the MBF (Loss of Licence cover) if flying for a US Regional.
All pretty useful pieces of information for someone who is looking at the US that may not have read this thread!