Originally Posted by
Isao737
Think logically—if a captain on a wide-body aircraft in a flag carrier like THY earns $18K, how is it possible that a captain flying a narrow-body aircraft in its low-cost subsidiary earns the same or even more?
A significant portion of the information being shared is inaccurate and unrealistic.
As a foreign pilot, you will likely have a salary of around $13K. The scheduling department will assign you rosters with domestic flights and extensive duty hours, while long flights are reserved for local pilots. The $18K figure applies to instructors and assumes the maximum number of legally allowed monthly flight hours.
This $18K also includes one-third of a quarterly bonus equivalent to one base salary (not two), as well as a fuel allowance for commuting to the airport. The company covers taxes and health insurance but does not provide accommodation.
Regarding home visits and crew scheduling—rostering will make sure your last duty before going home is a late-night flight, and your first duty upon return is an early morning departure.
As for everything else-finding an apartment, registering a mobile number, or commuting to work—best of luck!
I suppose you work there already, so you know...