Originally Posted by
Selcal86
Is BA really as bad as everyone seems to say? I have another interview with them coming up, and i am so unsure about whether to jump ship from my current UK short haul, well paid, hardly work in the winter position.... My biggest problem is i live so much closer to LHR and my 1.5 hour commute each day that I have to go to work is becoming a strain, especially when i think i have over 30 years left of it. I love where I am right now, but location is so important... are there any truly honest good stories around here? Is the 320 fleet more manageable with a young family?
My opinion might help as I did BA (10yrs) to big holiday airline.
People seem to focus on the cash at the end of the pay scales. It does sound wonderful that maybe in 30 years (assuming the world is as secure as it is now ….) you could be on £200,000 or whatever the scales are now. But in a LCC you will get the money sooner when it counts , for the kids school fees, investing blah ….
BA is no doubt a good airline , but it definitely has its downsides. Like everywhere might I add.
the things I didn’t like was how corporate the Company felt , you really are in a huge machine .I dont think I ever flew with the same guy twice (maybe rarely) . Also the management is just something else ….
Look at the end of the day it’s about what is easier for you , don’t get blinded by flying for the flag carrier as you will be disappointed. It’s just another airline.
if it’s closer to your home then absolutely go for it!
At the end of the day family is more important.