Big Number,
This is why our industry has become so ridiculously under qualified.
Have you ever flown a 737 or A320? Would you know what the REAL likelihood is of employment ANYWHERE in the world with no time on type, outside of your own little corporate bubble?
Unlike you, I've flown quite a few types, including A320, 330 and 340 as well as B757 and a BIG corporate aircraft. I've flown as an FO and as Captain - which for the avoidance of doubt is what I am now - experienced, and a Captain.
I've even done a short spell in management. But that's another tale.
What is never certain is what is around the corner. But, to suggest that by buying a type rating and/line training you'll get a job is just plain wrong. And that's what is wrong with our industry - a cut corners mentality. Why should you pay to fly?
Good luck in joining the big leagues. But there are no short cuts, there may be ways of bankrupting yourself, but that is no shortcut.
Last edited by Narrow Runway; 16th Dec 2011 at 19:07.