DeltaSix; here in the Philippines an ATPL has to be renewed every 6 months, CPL/IR every 12. That goes the same for the medical. I guess that means more revenue for the ATO. With this new "clearance" fiasco, if your current employer gets the drop that you have plans of leaving, its possible your license won't get renewed, limiting your chances of seeking employment elsewhere.
Historically pilot pay here has been low, except for a brief period in the early nineties before the big peso devaluation. At that time, ALPAP negotiated a pay scheme that brought pal pilots' pay at par with singapore airlines. Then the devaluation came and screwed everything. A lot of my colleagues have left for better pay/working conditions abroad and i don't blame them. The only thing keeping me here for now is being with my family and friends...
Last edited by e6b; 18th Feb 2006 at 07:51.