Now I understand why so many Ryanair pilots are fleeing to Emirates recently. Life on the 777 at EK is likely a bit easier.
I realise that FR close or reduce flights at bases on a whim. Depends largely on local airport tax changes and fees, etc. How often do these base re-assignments happen at FR? Does it depend on your seniority in base? I can see how junior FOs could be whipped around.
Obviously beneficial if you are unmarried, without kids and without a home with mortgage if you have the potential to be moved to another base on short notice. If I experienced the same situation as the author, I'd be looking for an exit... Can't imagine doing that for 20-30 years...
Great article!!! It should be posted in every flight school....
Last edited by Iver; 14th Dec 2012 at 16:16.