BA at LGW - "One Fleet"
For all those interested in a career at BA as CC then you may be interested to know that LGW will be one fleet from about 2006.
This means cabin crew will be doing "mixed" or "mid fleet" flying on both the 777 and 737 on the current EFLGW agreement which is an hourly rate scheme different to that of the rest of mainline BA who will continue to opperate on their agreement.
The CSD grade will disappear and there will be 2 pursers on board - the senior of which will be in charge and payed accordingly.
No plans for transfer agreement to change so transfer to LHR will require for you to surrender to seniority, rank and grade should you be able to, and the opportunity arrises.
Lastly... but maybe most importantly for those wanting a job with BA. It has been indicated that this is going to require substantial recruitment into LGW as current LHLGW crew will be dispersed mostly at LHR or given other options. Given current numbers we should be looking for between 800-1000 people.
Good news for those at SHLGW - not all good for those at LHLGW.
However "mixed" flying being so flexible around lifestyle is very popular - Long trips for those wanting cash, nights in foreign countries, or to commute from other countries - short trips for those wanting to avoid jet lag or wanting more of a structured life because of family for example.
Well... that's the rub. As I understand it we are interviewing at the moment for SHLGW crew at the moment and expect more recruitment soon. So keep em peeled people.
If you want to work from LHR I don't have any info at the moment - sorry.
Good luck to all who apply.