Anecdotal from ftc side Australia 2. But think about it. Now that we are part of the group, and they are offering direct entry fo positions, rather than losing 1 airbus pilot from the group completely, they would be stupid not to offer a basing once you resign, not before.... They will certainly chat to you. Theres a free bus that takes you over there every 15 minutes. If you want to leave, and you are interested in a direct entry fo slot, you would be mad not to use it.... They will chat to you, no question. Actually if the DPA got 5 guys a day to get thier log book stamped, and then jumped on the shuttle bus wearing a tie, would be a good laugh...
Remember they are taking turboprop drivers for these direct entry fo slots.... Worth a shot if you want it.