BillieBob
I guess that the difference is that I never saw the need to gain an ATPL(A) just to qualify as a glorified bus driver. I'm just having too much fun being a real pilot!
I find this kind of attitude both unhelpful and unnecessary. One could suggest "glorified this" or "gloried that" for every type of flying, including Helicopters. However, I do not. It only serves to undermine the hard work and determination of the individual and is to the detriment of the industry as a whole. I was particularly disappointed watching an episode of Airline, only to hear an EasyJet pilot say the same thing.
Very frustrating. Back to the thread, I agree withwhoateallthepies - it's pointless that past experience is not taken into account. Experience is one thing, but you still have to re-learn exam technique - which as I have found from my current industry, only becomes more tedious with experience.
Bodie