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Old 3rd Nov 2008, 04:55
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ITCZ
 
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Any Ppruner capable of using the Search function will be able to see the views I hold/have held on life at NJS. So no dwelling on the list of items headed 'Needs Work'.

But.... If you have 4,500+ TT, and the usual mix of IF, M/E PIC, turbine that comes with it, I'd say it is worth a look.

All the pre-07 guys spent 4-6 years on FO wages waiting for CMD. 07-onwards guys are being considered for command at just on 2 years in company.

Pre 07
(4yr x FO) + (1yr x CMD) = (4x 85,000)+(1x 135,000) = $475,000 for the five years.

Post 07
(2yr x FO)+(3yr x CMD) = (2x 65,000)+(3x 115,000) = $475,000 for the five years.

So ahead of the game at 4 years, equal at 5 years, and approaching 6 years.... starting to trail, but you are out of your bond period, so write yourself a resume that says:
  • +2000hr turbojet
  • +2000hr RPT
  • EFIS/glass cockpit or four engines
  • +1000hr command on MTOW >54 tonnes (120,000lb) or >40 tonnes.

Not saying it is perfect. Not trying to help the 'recruitment effort.' Yes, there are Brasilia jobs that pay better. Airline ops but not an airline. Not a 'job for life.'

Like everything else, it is what you make of it.
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