Originally Posted by
plotplot
Because it is still infinitely better than where they are currently.
Compared to what? Genuine question. Keeping in mind that not everybody is interested in doing 9 day trips to London in the back seat.
Is it really that hard to have a half decent lifestyle with 12 rdo's a roster? Again, genuine question.
Compared to the 3 major airlines people aspire to work for in this country - QF, JQ and VA. The former now pay better, have better career progression, better base options and better fleet options.
The 12 days off are required to stay functional in this job. There is no functioning PBS or Trip Swap system. FDP are used as targets. People are exhausted. Throw in the people who commute (guessing approx 30% of crew) and there is a lot of disharmony. The resignation rate reflects how people are feeling.
It’s a good place to use as a stepping stone to greener pastures, but not many are staying for the long term.