Some ratbag companies don't pay pilots at all during ground school and induction. Hopefuls rock up for this 'free' training, live locally at their own expense, then go on hold for a job that may never eventuate. And it's not just youngsters falling for this exploitation - some silly old buggers who should know better fall for it, too. One would at least expect the company to stump up for accommodation and meals. It's not as if they are offering training on the space shuttle; usually it's just a clapped-out GA type or something with a limited job market.
Any company that is this cheapskate is NOT doing proper maintenance either. Caveat emptor.
Last edited by Mach E Avelli; 29th July 2012 at 23:05.