Im not 100% sure about what they might say on the day but there are a few people that don't have perminent residency working with us now.
And no, Altara don't offer staff travel at this time. But there is room for promotion into Tiger full time which does offer staff travel. You can also buddy up with a tiger full timer and get them to put you on their list :P
And no problem, don't mind the Q's, I think it's very smart your doing your research before jumping into it.
The thing is, flying just isnt for some people and they don't realize it. Some change their mind on the assessment day, some during training, some after their first supernumery and some after being there for a few months. All for different reasons. But I love what I do, who I work with and who I work for (most days). They say if you love what you do you'll never work a day in your life, I believe you only understand that when you've found it