Not an AIPA fan Tube?
MOU is only available to Pilots employed prior to 2004 when the MOU was signed. Is also available to a Jetstar pilot to come over to mainline (I gather most J* would have a command so wouldn't bother).
In regard to DEC's, mainline must meet the same requirements as J* pilots, hours wise and employment requirements (interview etc) And yes the endorsement costs apply, that is why it hasnt been that popular in the past, and of course the T&C's at J*.
It is termed as LWOP from Mainline, so yes, after 2-3 years (cant remember) the guys can go back where there seniority would have them or stay at Jetstar and resign from Qantas.
Your nuts if you believe AIPA isnt looking after the Jetstar pilots? Who is?? AFAP? Look at the spate of legal cases for Jetstar Pilots that AIPA has been involved in, in the recent meetings, the list goes on. If you think the subs of the Jetstar guys at AIPA is covering this, its not, but who cares, this action is for the good of our profession.
Instead of going on about a pretty ordinary MOU, maybe you should be venting over how we got to the point of 200hr F/O's and nosediving conditions.
