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Old 22nd Aug 2006, 23:34
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LCC no problem if you go in with your eyes open and know what to expect. Singapore allow 1000 hrs/year and companies regard it as a target, rather than a limit. You will work hard, expect frequent roster changes and being called in on days off as there are not enough crews to allow much lee way when things go off track.

Pay is very good, but pay for own pension, l.o.l. insurance, etc Short on perks you would take for granted with a regular airline. No expat benefits such as schooling and housing. Singapore great if you have a family.

Need 1500hrs total to convert to a Sing licence and will only get a CPL if you do not have command time in multi crew aircraft. Can do a special shortened ATPL exam but fail it twice and you are up the full set of papers.

Rapid promotion if suitable, good if you are older and can't wait 7-8 years. Means you can join and and 4-5 years later be considered for DEC in a regular airline. A320 drivers experienced on Asian routes very employable, easy to move onto A330/340.

Whole thing depends on your circumstances, if you are happy to work hard for good pay with quick promotion and move to a regular airline in 5 years it's a great choice particularly for older pilots. If you are early 20s and have an offer from BA take that.
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