An interesting comment BB made in the senate Inquiry was that the New Zealand based cadets would be earning $200k in 6 years.
So either:
1. He was talking sh*t to the senators to make it appear as though the wage growth was impressive as an J* NZ F/O.
or
2. That the cadets would obtain commands within 6 years with the appropriate increase in pay.
So, unless it was Bu!!sh*t. BB's indicating all the growth will be in the overseas based operations.
I find it interesting that BB's strategy is forecasting growth 6 years down the track.
As mainline couldn't tell you what was happening over the next 12 months until the new flying program is realised. (due out this month)
I've heard repeatedly recently, that until the mainline flying program is realeased there is no indication of recruitment or promotions within mainline for the subsequent 12 months. (If there will be any at all)
So, how can J* NZ crystal ball it six years down the track! Unless of course it's the only growth strategy & their not letting us in on the secret.