1. Not at a lot if you do not know someone in the company
2. Nearly all the latest joiners have widebody time.
3. Expect about 8000usd after tax. (including housing etc)
4. Crap rostering. Some guys fly 30hrs some fly 80+
5. Yes as mentioned 36000usd
6. Yes. Good appartnments for around 8000rmb
7. Give take relationship. They take, you give !!!.
8. The flying is great, loads of destinations. Some fantastic blokes to fly with from all around the world. Nearly new aircraft. Reasonable hotels and layovers.
The downside. No upgrades for any PICCs yet. Word on the street company just hired DECs. As an FO there is no chance of an upgrade due to the CAAC regulations. Even if you meet the suggested minimums to start command training (250 landings on type being one of them) to qualify in the left seat you will need 30 touch and go's. That is not going to happen in Jade. All the FOs looking for other employment. 6 just given notice with more to follow.
That said if you are stuck for a job and dont mind being committed to 3 years its ok. Keep in mind that for non type rated guys the training takes forever. Some pilots taking nearly a year from joining !!!
