>>I don't care what the rate is elsewhere... If the package at EK is not competitive anymore with other carriers hiring expats, then EK should indeed improver their package, starting with the guys who have been working their asses of for the last years to get EK where it is now<<
Strange as it seems, MR8, this happens less frequently, and is not likely to change much either.
Those who joined with rose colored glasses firmly in place have only themselves to blame, as
many here on these same forums were told so at the time.
Silly boys they were...and still are.
Now, if EK hires DE Captains at much higher salaries, maybe the 'less fortunate' should re-apply.........and promptly be told to go pound sand.
If you sign on the dotted line, and later find yourself in deep doggie do-do, look in the mirror to find the 'not so bright'.