Hi, all! I'm an A318/319 F.O. in the U.S. & I'm curious whether it's possible to get work rights and a job in Australia. I've read the threads regarding the Rex "pilot shortage" article. That guy sounds like several of the CEOs of U.S. regionals . . . pathetic, really.
I'm sure it won't be long 'til we're facing similar challenges here in the U.S. Sadly, I feel that employment challenges will be some of the smaller concerns here in the not too distant future . . .
politicians! Several years ago, I researched the possibility of moving to Oz & it seemed like a closed door. My hope is that a 'special' visa might be an option for my family and I. I was hoping for some unfiltered advice & opinion from you guys. Is it possible? How competitive might I be? (7000 total, 1400 turbine PIC, one jet type, 38 years old) What's the ATP conversion like? Would you guys consider me a job-stealing foreigner? How's the pay? Taxes? I'm sure Aussies are no fun to work with, right?
