With the base issue you need to think I'm going to get Aberdeen then moving south as your seniority improves (which may take a long time). Anyone thinking any different is likely to be disappointed. Rosters are getting increasingly busy. I did 7 hours 40 mins yesterday in 4 sectors. 80 hours a month at moment no standby and basically a 5 on 2 off roster. Lifestyle airline no longer. On a good note, people are a great bunch a/c good and you can hand fly a bit as well. First rate training also. You'll soon get bored of the routes but heh if you want variety then Netjets is the one to go for. Just hope I get in first.
All the best
D and F