The airline that trained me and fully invested in my 787 rating didn't bond me for it.
The airline that didn't, want a bond for it??
This indicates they suspect people may choose to leave after signing up.
CAA orals and medicals after joining is not cool.
The BUPA and child school allowance are probably the biggest things going here. Accommodation in Saudi is extremely expensive and that will eat at the salary to the point there won't be a significant difference to home.
Why such a punishing regime for FOs? Tests, reduced allowances etc etc seems punitive. Last time I checked, transportation didn't cost an FO any less than a captain!
Last edited by bda321; 24th April 2026 at 18:19.