ZBMAN
"Without the goodwill we show everyday not a single eJ aircraft would depart on time"
I agree with Santas Little Helper on this one, and I am sorry to differ! Is that not what you are paid to do??
I believe all other airlines report 1 hour before departure.
"We could also give up trying to improve slots, negotiate direct routings with ATC, or chase up a missing fuel truck or caterer. There are many examples of how our "goodwill" enables the company to maintain a decent-ish schedule"
Is this not called being a PROFESSIONAL pilot??
"I am quite satisfied. I've got the base I want, and I love my job, and the people I work with"
All this and a stable roster and you still moan.
As I said before some people will never be happy. I am sure if you got the unrealistic pay deal that you expect you will only find something else to maon about.
"This is why we NEED to secure the best pay deal now".
I consider that now will not satisfy you, and you will be moaning about your pay every year.
Bokkenrijder
I think it is about time you left LoCo flying. It is clearly not for you.
It is dissappointing to see some of the comments and abuse nuageblanc is getting. I think some people on this forum need to take a "chill Pill".
It also disappointing that anyone who disagrees with the few negative comments here are either accused of being management or that they need to get their head checked. Given that there are over 1500 pilots in easyjet (so my mate says), the percentage posting about this issue is extremely low. Maybe it is not such a big issue for others but I am sure time will tell.
I think strike action will pi** o** a lot of people not least your customers and you need their loyalty to survive this very competative industry. You will also not get any sympathy from the public because they consider that you are already paid enough for the job you do.