Webslinger
The zed situation seems to be confusing many people. Most guys (& gals) from USA, seem to be able to get business class zed tickets as a matter of course.
We have been told by AJX/V that the AGREEMENTS they have with other zed carriers DO NOT include the option of buying business class tickets. So, no matter what the pilots are prepared to pay or do, the business class option is just NOT available here.
We have pointed out the fact to our management that business class zeds are available on most carriers. They say it is not possible. Maybe ANA is just NOT PREPARED to reciprocate.
The company's attitude has always been that getting to work is the pilot's problem not theirs, hence commuting on days off.
Now that other jobs are available, both in Japan and elsewhere in Asia, where business class travel is offered maybe something will change.
As I have always said, potentially a great job but some small issues HAVE to be addressed.
The company should be providing pilots with CONFIRMED BUSINESS CLASS tickets to get to work and back, this zed nonsense is not a practical option.
