Originally Posted by
captain.weird
Why BA now hires directly onto the B787? Is there a huge shortage on this fleet and are there any pro's that come with it? What destinations/trips usually are done on the B787?
Because pay and lifestyle on short haul are both appalling and not enough people want to do it. On the contrary I believe the 787 is currently well crewed in anticipation of more aircraft arriving (many of which have been delayed). Not sure why they still need DEPs on the 787.