Boomerang
Dont be fooled by semantics.
EBA pilots will indeed have "the opportunity" to fly the 787. What the CP didnt say is that it wont be on the EBA, and thats what should give everyone pause for thought.
Joyce has already said the 787's will be based out of SIN. Do you honestly believe that JQ will pax and pay allowances/accom for EBA pilots if they dont have too?
Remember, the latest mantra is all about being "regionally competitive".
Only when JQ EBA pilots are pushing back in it, will I believe it.