I certainly empathize with our Paris based colleagues. This is quite a significant change imposed on our members, with little warning. I understand the benefits package that will be available to them in HKG is still somewhat unclear.
What has motivated this sudden change in policy? I suspect CX is just starting to realize that the basing fiasco noose is slowly tightening around their skinny little necks and they are hoping to quickly reduce their liability.
May I suggest that this may be a defining moment for the HKAOA going forward. This will be a real opportunity for them to show some leadership and stand up for these members. Many based pilots have felt for a long time that the HKAOA has never really represented their interests. This is a real opportunity to prove otherwise.
Will the HKAOA rise to the occasion?