markkent-2004
Not sure where you are getting your impressions from! I've just completed my 4th course of my flying career and everything seems very crew orientated - which is more than can be said for some companies.
As for bonding, I think it's a very good idea. A company spends a lot of time and money on training, uniform, expenses etc etc. If you leave before you have earn't them any money how can they be expected to survive.
Astraeus may be young but it's got a lot going for it. You don't get a hot meal on BA shorthaul anymore now do you!