I think Tape it shut might have nailed it on the head. The NZ Aviation Industry is only a small drop in the pond compared to the Markets overseas. Anyone who has flown into the corporate airfields abroad such as Florida, USA or Lanseria, South Africa. will know what I am on about.....every second aircraft on the ramp is private jet!
If you want to get your hands on some good machinery then maybe you should think of 3-4 years abroad. With the right hours (entry to NZ regional hours), you will at least get yourself straight into a twin-turbine with progression onto a Private Jet or such if the company allows. Plus you will enjoy the amazing experience flying somewhere different and meeting new faces.... Not to metion you will get paid twice as much whilst doing so! Just a thought........
If you compare the position of pilot overseas with the same hours to a guy in NZ it is likely youll find a big difference in the aircraft they fly. A guy on a 1900 or J41 back home would most likely be FO on a brand new biz jet of some sort overseas...... Getting paid twice as much.
But then again, there is no place like home! (NZ)
