A little bird told me that the powers that be, having not seen the flood held back by FRI 2 (100K) are considering an enhanced FRI 2 to the tune of 135K targeted at Senior officer (Sqn Ldr/Wg Cdr) Pilots. Anyone know if there is any truth in this?
I am approaching FRI 2 next year, still not sure if I want to stay or not, however an enhanced FRI 2 to the tune of 135K might just make the difference to help out with a little quality of life. Why not make it 167K which would give 100K after 40% tax - not that I care about the money of course!
I am sure there are people out there who resent this FRI as they will not qualify, however the simple fact is that approx 70-80% of Sqn Ldr and Wg Cdr pilots & WSO's are choosing to leave at IPP - hence the attempt at retention. Everyone is working hard, but life sometimes simply is not fair and there is nothing we can do about that other than to vote with our feet if we feel that is the only choice left open.
