Want more good news...CX refuses to process applications from KA pilots, as it is.. "not in their interest to poach from KA". Thus KA pilots have no status or seniority recognition with CX, nor are they allowed to apply for jobs there - Does this constitute discrimination? So much for CX's Equal Opportunity Employer status!
This ridiculous rationale makes even less sense, not just because CX owns and directly controls KA, but they are employing chaps for Airbus positions who are not Airbus endorsed, many with
zero jet time (ex-mil turboprop).
Can someone pls explain how it is not in the interest of CX to employ someone (ie. a KA pilot) who is type rated, with HK licence and valuable China flying experience from a known high quality source, very much in line with their own training system and culture? Bit of a no brainer I would think. Training cost savings significant, no training risk etc. Perhaps they're worried the KA guys won't wear their hats around the airport?
I know KA are short of pilots, however, why not promote FO new joiner employment through KA then to CX mainline? A far better option than 3yrs as an SO. The training timeframe is far shorter (thus cheaper) at KA and it ensures valuable hands on experience is gained quickly via the multiple sector short-hall nature, hence guys will be better equipped for the Capt upgrade ($ savings again).
Are CX and KA working together as the propaganda machine would have us believe, or not? Why has there been no direction on future plans for Pilot integration? Management need to stop treating us like mushrooms.... where's the professional courtesy and morale consideration? A token payrise (if it ever happens) will not be enough to keep many guys here. An improved, fair and equitable career path is what is needed.
Is there anyone with any kind of intelligence and vision driving this ship?
