Great summary
thanks for the great summary... I had exactly (what you described) happen to me too... and when I sent a clarification email to the deputy C/P and FOM (Retd) Col. I was ordered to sign the contract immediately and present myself at the nearest Indian embassy... the farking paper work and time involved is insane... I have been on contracts all over the world and this is by far the biggest waste of time and energy...
It could be so simple: clarified contract right down to the last detail, they cover all the costs of the paperwork/visa etc etc... provide a 5 star hotel, and pay my salary in a foreign bank account and provide a driver to take us to/from work..... what got me was that Spice wouldn't clarify when you actually start getting paid.
India could have been an interesting side show for awhile, but I think if you have a good job already, then stay put and forget about this place...
It would be in Spice's best interest to take a long hard look at how they do things... if they want skilled and experienced foreign pilots, then they better simplify things, clarify details and get their crap in order...
too bad....
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