Emirates Advice: EK drivers only
Hi Guys and Girls,
I am considering applying for a position at EK and need some honest advice and information. No whiners PLEASE!!!
Having just read the thread: Unofficial EK Poll, it stroke me that the comments are very similar to our cockpit discussions. We pilots are really a bunch of whiners at times...sad!
I am currently employed by SAA on the B738, based in Cape Town. In my opinion, the best flying job in the world.....if it wasn't for the rather disruptive restructuring process SAA is currently undergoing....AGAIN!!!
I have a well structured financial strategy which will enable me to retire in 17 years, age 55, based on my current salary. My career strategy is thus medium-long term, after which I would like to pursue other ventures which will most definitely include flying.
My wife does not work and we have two very young children.
What is life REALLY like in Dubai?
How is the cost and quality of living?
Do most wifes and kids adapt quickly?
What is a typical roster at EK?
How many days off, hours flown?
Please just give the facts without the emotions as I need to make probably the biggest decision in my and my loved one's life's.
Much appreciated
FWK
Last edited by FlingWingKing; 18th September 2007 at 09:32.